Doris Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Doris Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		53 24.349 N,2 59.981 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.405817
  • Longitude: -2.999683
Water Depth 10 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name DORIS
Type sailing vessel
Tonnage 82
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,ore
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 4, 1866
Original Detection Year 1866
Last Detection Year 1963
Original Source national HO/authority wreck information
Last Amended Date Feb 19, 2025

Surveying Details

29.10.1866 REPD SUNK 30YDS SW FROM PRINCE'S JETTY. DISPERSED BY BLASTING BY MDHB 29.10.1866. DEPTH OVER WRECK NOT KNOWN. IN POSN 532421N, 025955W. (LIVERPOOL WK RECORDS). INS WK 4FMS IN 532420N, 025954W. NC 3490. H4288/62 21.2.63 H4288/62 21.2.63 NOT SHOWN MERSEY DOCKS & HRBD K3601. DELETE. - NM 317/63. RSDRA2024000318469 19.02.25 NOT LOCATED IN M/B DATASET (2024). (Mersey Docks and Harbour Company Survey, DTD 21.11.24). NFA.

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FAQ

Where is the DORIS wreck located?

The DORIS wreck is located at coordinates 53 24.349 N,2 59.981 W.

How deep is the seabed around the DORIS?

The seabed around the DORIS lies at approximately 10 meters deep.

When did the DORIS sink?

The DORIS sank on Oct 4, 1866.

When was the wreck of the DORIS discovered?

The wreck of the DORIS was discovered in 1866.

What cargo was the DORIS carrying?

The DORIS was carrying ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,ore.

What was the tonnage of the DORIS?

The DORIS had a tonnage of 82 tons.

What type of wreck is the DORIS?

The DORIS is classified as a sailing vessel.

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