Glenaan (Probably) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Glenaan (probably) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		55 26.099 N,5 13.467 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.434983
  • Longitude: -5.224450
Water Depth 1 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name GLENAAN (PROBABLY)
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Orientation 90
Tonnage 332
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 21, 1932
Bottom Texture Rock
Original Detection Year 1932
Last Detection Year 1986
Original Source unknown
Last Amended Date Mar 15, 2006

Surveying Details

GROUNDING POSN GIVEN AS 552606N, 051324W, ASHORE ON BENNAN HEAD, SOUTH ARRAN. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). H5250/68 17.7.68 NOT INVESTIGATED (HMS MERMAID, ROS 1.3.68). H1284/76/155 7.5.76 THERE IS STILL A FAIR AMOUNT OF WELL BROKEN UP WRECKAGE. (T A SLADE, LTR DTD 1.5.76). H1284/76/155 18.5.76 WK LIES AT RIGHT ANGLES TO REEF, WITH BOWS EAST, STERN ABOUT 200YDS OFFSHORE AT HW. ABOUT 2FT OF STERN POST CAN BE SEEN ABOVE WATER AT LOW TIDE. VERY WELL BROKEN UP. (I D SLADE, UNDATED LTR). H1310/80/34 24.10.80 GROUNDING POSN GIVEN AS 552545N, 051324W. (D JOHNSTON, LTR DTD 24.10.80). 4.11.82 WRECKAGE STANDS ABOUT 3MTRS HIGH IN DEPTH OF ABOUT 4MTRS. V BROKEN UP & EXTENSIVELY SALVAGED. POSN (FROM ROUGH SKETCH) APPEARS TO BE 552606N, 051345W. (BSAC WK REGISTER). H2885/83 2.5.86 NOT FOUND DURING INVESTIGATION BY SMB. PRESUMED TO BE WELL BROKEN UP AND DISPERSED ALONG ROCKY FORESHORE. (HMS BULLDOG, HI 165B). NCA. AMEND DEAD.

Circumstances of loss

RAN AGROUND IN THICK FOG AND RAIN. MOST OF CARGO RECOVERED. SALVAGE ATTEMPTS FAILED.

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FAQ

Where is the GLENAAN (PROBABLY) wreck located?

The GLENAAN (PROBABLY) wreck is located at coordinates 55 26.099 N,5 13.467 W.

How deep is the seabed around the GLENAAN (PROBABLY)?

The seabed around the GLENAAN (PROBABLY) lies at approximately 1 meter deep.

When did the GLENAAN (PROBABLY) sink?

The GLENAAN (PROBABLY) sank on Jan 21, 1932.

When was the wreck of the GLENAAN (PROBABLY) discovered?

The wreck of the GLENAAN (PROBABLY) was discovered in 1932.

What country did the GLENAAN (PROBABLY) belong to?

The GLENAAN (PROBABLY) belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the GLENAAN (PROBABLY)?

The GLENAAN (PROBABLY) had a tonnage of 332 tons.

What type of wreck is the GLENAAN (PROBABLY)?

The GLENAAN (PROBABLY) is classified as a steam ship.

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