Clyde Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Clyde Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 31 N,1 33 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.516667
  • Longitude: -1.550000
Water Depth 33 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CLYDE
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 40.6 m
Width 6.3 m
Draught 3.5
Tonnage 307
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo non-ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,ore
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 25, 1902
Original Detection Year 1902
Original Source other
Surveying Details SANK WHEN 10 MILES OFF THE ISLE OF WIGHT. (SIBI). 20.2.07 LOCATION NOT KNOWN. (SOUTH COAST SHIPWRECKS). POSN 5031.0N, 0133.0W FOR FILING ONLY. SEP 2020/000123102 18.10.21 NOT LOCATED BY M/B SURVEY (2020) (CLINTON MARINE SURVEY AB, HI 1586). AMEND DEAD
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1880 BY WHITEHAVEN SHIPBUILDING CO, WHITEHAVEN. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY J CRICHTON. ONE BOILER, COMPOUND EXPANSION ENGINE OF 70 NHP, SINGLE SHAFT. MACHINERY BY J JONES & SONS, LIVERPOOL. PASSAGE PORTLAND FOR ANTWERP. STRUCK THE BREAKWATER WHEN LEAVING PORTLAND AND SUSTAINED SOME DAMAGE WHICH WAS NOT OBVIOUS AT THE TIME. PROCEEDED ON VOYAGE AND SANK WHEN 10 MILES OFF THE ISLE OF WIGHT. (SIBI).

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FAQ

Where is the CLYDE wreck located?

The CLYDE wreck is located at coordinates 50 31 N,1 33 W.

How deep is the seabed around the CLYDE?

The seabed around the CLYDE lies at approximately 33 meters deep.

When did the CLYDE sink?

The CLYDE sank on May 25, 1902.

When was the wreck of the CLYDE discovered?

The wreck of the CLYDE was discovered in 1902.

What country did the CLYDE belong to?

The CLYDE belonged to GB.

What cargo was the CLYDE carrying?

The CLYDE was carrying non-ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,ore.

What was the tonnage of the CLYDE?

The CLYDE had a tonnage of 307 tons.

What type of wreck is the CLYDE?

The CLYDE is classified as a steam ship.

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