Baron Erskine Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Baron erskine Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 22.408 N,6 46.37 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.373467
  • Longitude: -6.772833
Wreck Depth 92 m
Water Depth 101 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BARON ERSKINE
Type steam ship
Sonar Length 130
Sonar Width 30
Shadow Height 6.2
Orientation 30
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Scour Dimensions ,,101.0,
Original Detection Year 1986
Last Detection Year 2024
Original Source survey vessel
Last Amended Date Oct 30, 2024

Surveying Details

22.5.86 LARGE WK LOCATED DURING CABLE SURVEY IN 502200N, 064600W, APPROX. LIES ON IT SIDE. LENGTH FROM DCS3 158MTRS, WIDTH 25MTRS, HEIGHT 7.5MTRS. FULL DETAILS WILL BE FORWARDED. (D WHITTINGTON, BRIT. TELECOM, SOUTHAMPTON, TELECON). - NCA YET. HH090/499/01 31.1.91 EXAM'D 19.7.90 IN 502222.7N, 064618.8W USING HYPERFIX AND SYLEDIS. OGB COORDS - 60772E, 63522N. DECCA USED. LEAST E/S DEPTH 92.1 IN GEN DEPTH 101MTRS. NO SCOUR. DCS3 HT 6.2MTRS, LENGTH 130MTRS, WIDTH 30MTRS. INTACT AND UPRIGHT, LYING 030/210 DEGS WITH HIGH POINTS AT CENTRE AND N END. (THMR LTD, HI 499). - CHART AS WK 92MTRS - NM 553/91. RSDRA2024000232953 08.08.24 WRECK DIVED IN POSN. WRECK IDENTIFIED AS �SS BARON ERSKINE� FROM HASTIE STEERING GEAR. (MCA RECEIVER OF WRECK EMAIL, DTD 08.08.24). UPDATE OBJNAM TO �BARON ERSKINE�.

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FAQ

Where is the BARON ERSKINE wreck located?

The BARON ERSKINE wreck is located at coordinates 50 22.408 N,6 46.37 W.

How deep is the BARON ERSKINE and where exactly is it located?

The BARON ERSKINE lies at a depth of about 92 meters and is located at coordinates 50 22.408 N,6 46.37 W.

How deep is the seabed around the BARON ERSKINE?

The seabed around the BARON ERSKINE lies at approximately 101 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the BARON ERSKINE discovered?

The wreck of the BARON ERSKINE was discovered in 1986.

What type of wreck is the BARON ERSKINE?

The BARON ERSKINE is classified as a steam ship.

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