Frances Massey (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Frances massey (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		55 31.012 N,8 46.015 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.516867
  • Longitude: -8.766917
Wreck Depth 88 m
Water Depth 95 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name FRANCES MASSEY (POSSIBLY)
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 111.3 m
Width 15.8 m
Draught 7.6
Sonar Length 94
Sonar Width 17.5
Shadow Height 5.4
Orientation 130
Tonnage 4214
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 6, 1940
Original Detection Year 2005
Last Detection Year 2008
Original Source survey vessel
Last Amended Date Apr 25, 2007

Surveying Details

25.4.07 25.4.07 WK LOCATED IN 5531.012N, 0846.015W [WGD] USING DGPS. GEN DEPTH 95MTRS. LENGTH 94MTRS, WIDTH 17.5MTRS, HT 5.4MTRS. (INSS SURVEY 1999-2005). INTACT. LIES 130/310 DEGS. INS AS WK 88MTRS. BR STD. 19.2.09 19.2.09 DIVED JUNE 2008 IN 5531.009N, 0846.025W [WGD], CARGO OF IRON ORE, 3 BOILERS & SINGLE 4 BLADED PROPELLER, UPRIGHT BUT LYING TO PORT, POSSIBLY THE FRANCES MASSEY - SEE ALSO [3364]. (M MCVEIGH, EMAIL DTD 13.2.09). RETAIN IN EXISTING POSN. NCA.

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED & SUNK BY GERMAN SUBMARINE U-48.

General Comments

INTACT, ?MINOR SCOUR AT NW END

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 55 31.012 N,8 46.015 W
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FAQ

Where is the FRANCES MASSEY (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The FRANCES MASSEY (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 55 31.012 N,8 46.015 W.

How deep is the FRANCES MASSEY (POSSIBLY) and where exactly is it located?

The FRANCES MASSEY (POSSIBLY) lies at a depth of about 88 meters and is located at coordinates 55 31.012 N,8 46.015 W.

How deep is the seabed around the FRANCES MASSEY (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the FRANCES MASSEY (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 95 meters deep.

When did the FRANCES MASSEY (POSSIBLY) sink?

The FRANCES MASSEY (POSSIBLY) sank on Jun 6, 1940.

When was the wreck of the FRANCES MASSEY (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the FRANCES MASSEY (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 2005.

What country did the FRANCES MASSEY (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The FRANCES MASSEY (POSSIBLY) belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the FRANCES MASSEY (POSSIBLY)?

The FRANCES MASSEY (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 4214 tons.

What type of wreck is the FRANCES MASSEY (POSSIBLY)?

The FRANCES MASSEY (POSSIBLY) is classified as a steam ship.

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