Dianne Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Dianne Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
53 23.016 N,3 18.079 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.383600
  • Longitude: -3.301317
Water Depth -1 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name DIANNE
Type tug
Length 9.8 m
Width 2.1 m
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 27, 1971
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1971
Last Detection Year 1971
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Surveying Details H1270/71 13.10.71 POSN 532229N, 031948W [OGB]. (CG FORMBY & LLOYDS VOL.205). INS AS ST. BR STD. H1270/71 1.11.71 WK IS APPROX 1M N OF DEE BUOY IN 532300N, 031800W [OGB]. WK NOT SIGHTED SO ASSUMED WK BROKEN UP OR SILTED OVER. (CG FORMBY, 20.10.71). AMENDED TO DEAD. DELETE. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Aug 9, 2010

Circumstances of loss

SMALL RIVER TUG USED AS A PLEASURE CRAFT. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY MR LAIRD, LIVERPOOL. PASSAGE RHYL FOR RIVER MERSEY. GROUNDED ON WEST HOYLE BANK. CREW OF 2 SAFE. (LLOYDS VOL.205)

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FAQ

Where is the DIANNE wreck located?

The DIANNE wreck is located at coordinates 53 23.016 N,3 18.079 W.

When did the DIANNE sink?

The DIANNE sank on Aug 27, 1971.

When was the wreck of the DIANNE discovered?

The wreck of the DIANNE was discovered in 1971.

What type of wreck is the DIANNE?

The DIANNE is classified as a tug.