Captain Mcclintock (Possibly) Wreck
| Field |
Value |
| Wreck Category |
dangerous wreck |
| Status |
Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
|
Captain mcclintock (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
|
53 26.614 N,4 20.054 W |
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
|
- Latitude: 53.443567
- Longitude: -4.334233
|
| Wreck Depth |
31 m
|
| Water Depth |
35 m
|
| Water Level Effect |
always under water/submerged |
| Vertical Datum |
Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide |
| Name |
CAPTAIN MCCLINTOCK (POSSIBLY) |
|
Type
|
steam ship
|
| Flag |
GB |
| Length |
46.9 m |
| Width |
6.7 m |
| Draught |
3.4 |
| Shadow Height |
3 |
| Orientation |
45 |
| Tonnage |
267 |
| Tonnage Type |
gross |
| Cargo |
coal
|
| Conspic Visual |
not visually conspicuous |
| Conspic Radar |
not radar conspicuous |
| Date Sunk |
Dec 9, 1886
|
| Bottom Texture |
Sand |
| Original Detection Year |
1970 |
| Last Detection Year |
2021 |
| Original Source |
survey vessel |
| Last Amended Date |
Jan 17, 2023 |
Surveying Details
H3077/70 1.1.71 PROBABLE WK, APPROX 100FT LONG, LOCATED USING SONAR & MAGNETOMETER, 100 GAMMA ANOMALY, IN 532538N, 041954W. (HUNTING SURVEY, MHB LETTER DTD 16.12.70). CHART AS NDW. LC 1977. H3077/70 1.9.71 EXAM'D 26.4.71 IN 532636N, 041959W, USING HIFIX/3 [2 LOP]. LEAST E/S DEPTH 31.6 IN GEN DEPTH 34.5MTRS. NO SCOUR. STANDS ABOUT 3MTRS HIGH. TRANSIT SONAR TRACE CURIOUS AND CONFUSING, BUT PROBABLY LIES NE/SW. LENGTH ABOUT 200FT. (HMS WOODLARK, 26.4.71). ADD 0.2MTRS TO DEPTH FOR LAT. LC 1977. 24.9.73 EARLY STEAM SHIP, IRON WITH WOODEN DECK. APPROX 170FT LONG X 28FT BEAM. COAL IN NO 2 HOLD. POSSIBLY 'CAPTAIN MCCLINTOCK'. (RISDON BEAZLEY ULRICH HARMS). NCA. 5.10.73 SALVAGE OPERATIONS IN PROGRESS. (NAVEAM 332/73). NCA. H3838/86 31.3.88 NOT FOUND. (HMS FOX, HI 357). NCA YET. 4.11.93 WK REPORTED TO HAVE BEEN COMPLETELY REMOVED BY RISDON BEAZLEY. (K HURLEY, TELCON). AMENDED TO LIFT. BR STD. 11.10.99 SALVAGE VESSEL PRESENTLY WORKING OVER WRECK, REMAINS OF WHICH STILL EXIST. (S KERSHAW, TELECON 11.10.99). AMEND TO LIVE. ABOVE BR STD ACTION NOT YET TAKEN PLACE. RETAIN AS WK 31MTRS. SEP2022/000028019 28.10.22 NOT LOCATED IN 2021 M/B SURVEY. (CLINTON MARINE SURVEY AB, HI 1507). AMEND DEAD.
Circumstances of loss
FOUNDERED OFF AMLWCH, ANGLESEY, WHILE ON VOYAGE GARSTON TO DUBLIN. (LLOYDS).
WRECK MAP LOADING ...
53 26.614 N,4 20.054 W
Captain Mcclintock (Possibly) on Wreck Map
Captain Mcclintock (Possibly) Wreck on Google Map
FAQ
Where is the CAPTAIN MCCLINTOCK (POSSIBLY) wreck located?
The CAPTAIN MCCLINTOCK (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 53 26.614 N,4 20.054 W.
How deep is the CAPTAIN MCCLINTOCK (POSSIBLY) and where exactly is it located?
The CAPTAIN MCCLINTOCK (POSSIBLY) lies at a depth of about 31 meters and is located at coordinates 53 26.614 N,4 20.054 W.
How deep is the seabed around the CAPTAIN MCCLINTOCK (POSSIBLY)?
The seabed around the CAPTAIN MCCLINTOCK (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 35 meters deep.
When did the CAPTAIN MCCLINTOCK (POSSIBLY) sink?
The CAPTAIN MCCLINTOCK (POSSIBLY) sank on Dec 9, 1886.
When was the wreck of the CAPTAIN MCCLINTOCK (POSSIBLY) discovered?
The wreck of the CAPTAIN MCCLINTOCK (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1970.
What country did the CAPTAIN MCCLINTOCK (POSSIBLY) belong to?
The CAPTAIN MCCLINTOCK (POSSIBLY) belonged to GB.
What cargo was the CAPTAIN MCCLINTOCK (POSSIBLY) carrying?
The CAPTAIN MCCLINTOCK (POSSIBLY) was carrying coal.
What was the tonnage of the CAPTAIN MCCLINTOCK (POSSIBLY)?
The CAPTAIN MCCLINTOCK (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 267 tons.
What type of wreck is the CAPTAIN MCCLINTOCK (POSSIBLY)?
The CAPTAIN MCCLINTOCK (POSSIBLY) is classified as a steam ship.
General Comments
PROBABLY WELL BROKEN UP