Burnside Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Burnside Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		57 35.413 N,7 9.107 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 57.590217
  • Longitude: -7.151783
Water Depth 2 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BURNSIDE
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 59.4 m
Tonnage 916
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1953
Last Detection Year 1982
Original Source national HO/authority charts
Surveying Details H2737/52 11.5.53 ST SHOWN IN 573526N, 070903W [OGB]. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). NC 2825. 15.12.82 LIES HEAVILY OVERGROWN WITH WEED, ALMOST INTACT. HATCH COVERS MISSING. NO CARGO. UPPER PART OF WHEELHOUSE MISSING. PART OF FOC'SLE AND 4 DAVITS ALWAYS SHOW AT HW. (BSAC WK REGISTER, VOL 6). NCA.
Last Amended Date Dec 22, 1982

Circumstances of loss

EX-SPAARNSTROOM. WAS BEACHED, FOLLOWING A FIRE.

General Comments

INTACT & UPRIGHT

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FAQ

Where is the BURNSIDE wreck located?

The BURNSIDE wreck is located at coordinates 57 35.413 N,7 9.107 W.

How deep is the seabed around the BURNSIDE?

The seabed around the BURNSIDE lies at approximately 2 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the BURNSIDE discovered?

The wreck of the BURNSIDE was discovered in 1953.

What country did the BURNSIDE belong to?

The BURNSIDE belonged to GB.

What cargo was the BURNSIDE carrying?

The BURNSIDE was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the BURNSIDE?

The BURNSIDE had a tonnage of 916 tons.

What type of wreck is the BURNSIDE?

The BURNSIDE is classified as a steam ship.

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