Frances Ann Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Frances ann Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
53 25.049 N,3 0.581 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.417483
  • Longitude: -3.009683
Wreck Depth 11.7 m
Water Depth 13 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name FRANCES ANN
Type barge
Flag GB
Tonnage 63
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 6, 1879
Original Detection Year 1879
Last Detection Year 2006
Original Source national HO/authority wreck information
Surveying Details 11.12.1879 DISPERSED BY BLASTING BY MDHB BETWEEN 9 AND 11.12.1879. DEPTH 40FT BELOW LBD. (LIVERPOOL WK RECORDS). SHOWN ON 3490 AS WK 6FMS 4FT. H5282/71 24.2.75 H5282/71 24.2.75 INS WK 11.7MTRS [LAT]. (MD & HB 1974). BR STD. HH091/124/01 20.4.06 HH091/124/01 20.4.06 NOT LOCATED. GEN DEPTH 12.5MTRS. (HMSML GLEANER, HI 1124). AMEND DEAD. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Apr 20, 2006

Circumstances of loss

SUNK OFF TRAFALGAR DOCK ABOUT 500 YDS FROM THE WALL.

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 53 25.049 N,3 0.581 W
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FAQ

Where is the FRANCES ANN wreck located?

The FRANCES ANN wreck is located at coordinates 53 25.049 N,3 0.581 W.

How deep is the FRANCES ANN and where exactly is it located?

The FRANCES ANN lies at a depth of about 11.7 meters and is located at coordinates 53 25.049 N,3 0.581 W.

How deep is the seabed around the FRANCES ANN?

The seabed around the FRANCES ANN lies at approximately 13 meters deep.

When did the FRANCES ANN sink?

The FRANCES ANN sank on Dec 6, 1879.

When was the wreck of the FRANCES ANN discovered?

The wreck of the FRANCES ANN was discovered in 1879.

What country did the FRANCES ANN belong to?

The FRANCES ANN belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the FRANCES ANN?

The FRANCES ANN had a tonnage of 63 tons.

What type of wreck is the FRANCES ANN?

The FRANCES ANN is classified as a barge.