Bruce (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Bruce (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		55 35.998 N,4 45.071 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.599967
  • Longitude: -4.751183
Water Depth 20 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BRUCE (POSSIBLY)
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 20 m
Width 5 m
Draught 2
Cargo metal: concentrate and products,refuse and waste
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 27, 1881
Bottom Texture Rock
Original Detection Year 1881
Last Detection Year 2020
Original Source other
Surveying Details H1310/86/36 23.12.86 SANK APPROX 1.5 NW OF IRVINE BAR. REPORTED TO LIE IN DEPTH OF 80FT (24MTRS). (P J MOIR, 26.11.86). POSN 553600N, 044500W NCA.
Last Amended Date Mar 5, 2020

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1875 BY SCOTT & SON, BOWLING. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY GILLES & REID, GLASGOW. ONE BOILER, COMPOUND EXPANSION ENGINE OF 20 NHP, SINGLE SHAFT. PASSAGE IRVINE FOR GLASGOW. LOCAL PILOTS ASHORE SAW VESSEL FOUNDER. 3 MEN LOST, CAPTAIN RECOVERED. (SIBI).

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FAQ

Where is the BRUCE (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The BRUCE (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 55 35.998 N,4 45.071 W.

How deep is the seabed around the BRUCE (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the BRUCE (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 20 meters deep.

When did the BRUCE (POSSIBLY) sink?

The BRUCE (POSSIBLY) sank on Jan 27, 1881.

When was the wreck of the BRUCE (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the BRUCE (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1881.

What country did the BRUCE (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The BRUCE (POSSIBLY) belonged to GB.

What cargo was the BRUCE (POSSIBLY) carrying?

The BRUCE (POSSIBLY) was carrying metal: concentrate and products,refuse and waste.

What type of wreck is the BRUCE (POSSIBLY)?

The BRUCE (POSSIBLY) is classified as a steam ship.

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