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
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.
Last Amended Date Jan 17, 2023

Circumstances of loss

FOUNDERED OFF AMLWCH, ANGLESEY, WHILE ON VOYAGE GARSTON TO DUBLIN. (LLOYDS).

General Comments

PROBABLY WELL BROKEN UP

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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.

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