Glenmaroon (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Glenmaroon (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		54 4.75 N,3 50.858 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 54.079167
  • Longitude: -3.847633
Wreck Depth 47 m
Water Depth 56 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name GLENMAROON (POSSIBLY)
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Sonar Length 62
Sonar Width 13
Shadow Height 8
Orientation 15
Tonnage 745
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 7, 1944
Scour Dimensions 0300.0,,001.0,078
Original Detection Year 1944
Last Detection Year 1996
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Nov 23, 1999

Surveying Details

H04977/44 16.12.44 POSN 540500N, 035300W, APPROX. (FOIC LIVERPOOL, 081326A DEC). NCA. H5844/83 16.9.86 WK LOCATED IN 544630E, 5992872N [EUR]. LENGTH 60MTRS, WIDTH 13MTRS, HEIGHT 10MTRS, APPROX. (BRITISH TELECOM INTERNATIONAL, 18.8.86). INS AS WK 45MTRS IN 540444N, 035047W [OGB]. - NM 3339/86 H5844/83 30.10.86 WK LOCATED IN 540444N, 035047W [OGB] USING SYLEDIS. LEAST DEPTH 45MTRS IN GEN DEPTH 55 TO 56MTRS. LENGTH 60MTRS, WIDTH 13MTRS (MAX), HEIGHT 10MTRS. LYING NNE/SSW. (GEOSITE SURVEYS, 1.10.86). HH100/351/04 29.8.91 DIVED ON IN 540447N, 035046W [OGB] IN V POOR U/WATER VISIBILITY. VERY LARGE WK, UPRIGHT AND STANDING 10MTRS HIGH IN GEN DEPTH 55MTRS. LENGTH AT LEAST 60MTRS. (K HURLEY, 23.8.91). HH100/706/01 20.9.96 EXAM'D 21.6.96 IN 540445.0N, 035051.5W [WGD] USING DGPS. LEAST E/S DEPTH 47 IN GEN DEPTH 56MTRS. SCOUR DEPTH 1MTR. DCS3 HT 8MTRS. LENGTH 62MTRS, WIDTH 13MTRS. LIES 015/195 DEGS. INTACT AND UPRIGHT. SCOUR 300MTRS IN DIRECTION 070/250 DEGS. (GARDLINE, HI 706). BR STD.

Circumstances of loss

ATTACKED ACCIDENTALLY BY BRITISH NAVAL AIRCRAFT DURING NIGHT EXERCISES. SET ON FIRE AND EVENTUALLY SANK.

General Comments

INTACT AND UPRIGHT

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FAQ

Where is the GLENMAROON (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The GLENMAROON (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 54 4.75 N,3 50.858 W.

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

The GLENMAROON (POSSIBLY) lies at a depth of about 47 meters and is located at coordinates 54 4.75 N,3 50.858 W.

How deep is the seabed around the GLENMAROON (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the GLENMAROON (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 56 meters deep.

When did the GLENMAROON (POSSIBLY) sink?

The GLENMAROON (POSSIBLY) sank on Dec 7, 1944.

When was the wreck of the GLENMAROON (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the GLENMAROON (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1944.

What country did the GLENMAROON (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The GLENMAROON (POSSIBLY) belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the GLENMAROON (POSSIBLY)?

The GLENMAROON (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 745 tons.

What type of wreck is the GLENMAROON (POSSIBLY)?

The GLENMAROON (POSSIBLY) is classified as a steam ship.

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