Boston Wreck

Field Value
Obstruction Category foul ground
Boston Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		53 30.148 N,3 6.68 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.502467
  • Longitude: -3.111333
Water Depth -4 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BOSTON
Type sailing vessel
Tonnage 59
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 2, 1880
Original Detection Year 1880
Last Detection Year 1987
Original Source national HO/authority wreck information
Last Amended Date Sep 25, 1987

Surveying Details

3.7.1880 DISPERSED BY BLASTING BY MDHB ON 3.7.1880. DEPTH 35FT BELOW LBD. (LIVERPOOL WK RECORDS). 26.3.75 NOT SHOWN K3500 NO 10. 1.9.87 SHOWN AS WKG ON MDHC PLOT M1027/2. INS AS FOUL IN 533008N, 030636W. NE 1951.

Circumstances of loss

SANK IN CROSBY CHANNEL ABOUT 100FMS EAST FROM C4 RED BUOY.

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FAQ

Where is the BOSTON wreck located?

The BOSTON wreck is located at coordinates 53 30.148 N,3 6.68 W.

When did the BOSTON sink?

The BOSTON sank on Jul 2, 1880.

When was the wreck of the BOSTON discovered?

The wreck of the BOSTON was discovered in 1880.

What was the tonnage of the BOSTON?

The BOSTON had a tonnage of 59 tons.

What type of wreck is the BOSTON?

The BOSTON is classified as a sailing vessel.

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