Cameronian Wreck

Field Value
Obstruction Category foul ground
Cameronian Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		53 30.181 N,3 7.147 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.503017
  • Longitude: -3.119117
Water Depth -3 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CAMERONIAN
Type sailing vessel
Tonnage 87
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo minerals,chemicals,ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 23, 1887
Original Detection Year 1887
Last Detection Year 1987
Original Source unknown
Last Amended Date Sep 25, 1987

Surveying Details

2.1.1888 DISPERSED BY BLASTING BY MDHB 2.1.1888. PART OF CARGO SAVED. DEPTH 3FT 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 533010N, 030704W. NE 1951.

Circumstances of loss

RAN AGROUND ON HIGHEST PART OF BURBO BANK & FILLED. ABOUT 1/4 MILE NW BY W FROM C5 RED BUOY.

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 53 30.181 N,3 7.147 W
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FAQ

Where is the CAMERONIAN wreck located?

The CAMERONIAN wreck is located at coordinates 53 30.181 N,3 7.147 W.

When did the CAMERONIAN sink?

The CAMERONIAN sank on Dec 23, 1887.

When was the wreck of the CAMERONIAN discovered?

The wreck of the CAMERONIAN was discovered in 1887.

What cargo was the CAMERONIAN carrying?

The CAMERONIAN was carrying minerals,chemicals,ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined.

What was the tonnage of the CAMERONIAN?

The CAMERONIAN had a tonnage of 87 tons.

What type of wreck is the CAMERONIAN?

The CAMERONIAN is classified as a sailing vessel.

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