Denbigh Coast Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Denbigh coast Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		53 30.873 N,3 12.296 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.514550
  • Longitude: -3.204933
Wreck Depth -1.4 m
Water Depth 1 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name DENBIGH COAST
Tonnage 479
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 18, 1960
Original Detection Year 1960
Last Detection Year 1981
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Mar 23, 1981

Surveying Details

H3514/60 20.10.60 H3514/60 20.10.60 SANK IN 533111N, 031123W. SALVAGE OPS IN HAND, AFTER WHICH VESSEL MOVED BEHIND TRAINING WALL. (LL & MDHB NM8/60). 17.4.73 17.4.73 VESSEL SANK SLIGHTLY INTO CHANNEL BETWEEN Q9 & Q11 BUOYS WHICH WERE MOVED TO COVER WRECK. SALVAGE OPS COMMENCED 19.7.60. VESSEL SCOURED 12FT INTO SAND & WAS ON HER PORT SIDE LISTING 125DEG. OWING TO AGE OF VESSEL & CUTTING OF WIRES IT WAS DECIDED TO LIFT HER & TRANSPORT TO SOUTH SIDE OF TRAINING WALL NEAR Q7 BUOY WHERE SHE WAS SLIPPED & REMAINS. OPS COMPLETED 18.8.1960. DEPTH 3FT ABOVE LBD. POSN 533052N, 031211W. (LIVERPOOL WK RECORDS). 10.3.81 10.3.81 SHOWN AS ST DRIES 1.4MTRS IN 533051.5N 031213W ON MDHC SURVEY JAN 81 (K8577/2). NE 1951.

Circumstances of loss

SANK AFTER COLLISION WITH 'IRISH MAPLE'.

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FAQ

Where is the DENBIGH COAST wreck located?

The DENBIGH COAST wreck is located at coordinates 53 30.873 N,3 12.296 W.

How deep is the DENBIGH COAST and where exactly is it located?

The DENBIGH COAST lies at a depth of about -1.4 meters and is located at coordinates 53 30.873 N,3 12.296 W.

How deep is the seabed around the DENBIGH COAST?

The seabed around the DENBIGH COAST lies at approximately 1 meter deep.

When did the DENBIGH COAST sink?

The DENBIGH COAST sank on Jul 18, 1960.

When was the wreck of the DENBIGH COAST discovered?

The wreck of the DENBIGH COAST was discovered in 1960.

What cargo was the DENBIGH COAST carrying?

The DENBIGH COAST was carrying general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the DENBIGH COAST?

The DENBIGH COAST had a tonnage of 479 tons.

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