Hibernia Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Hibernia Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
55 41 N,1 49.596 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.683333
  • Longitude: -1.826600
Water Depth -4 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HIBERNIA
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 78.9 m
Width 8.5 m
Draught 5.2
Tonnage 850
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 31, 1876
Original Detection Year 1876
Last Detection Year 2002
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details WRECKED ON HOLY IS BAR. (LLOYDS). POSN 554100N, 014930W FOR FILING ONLY. HH090/915/01 21.1.02 NOT LOCATED. (GARDLINE, HI 915). AMENDED DEAD. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Aug 12, 2014

Circumstances of loss

WRECKED ON HOLY ISLAND BAR. (LLOYDS).

General Comments

IRON HULL

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FAQ

Where is the HIBERNIA wreck located?

The HIBERNIA wreck is located at coordinates 55 41 N,1 49.596 W.

When did the HIBERNIA sink?

The HIBERNIA sank on Jan 31, 1876.

When was the wreck of the HIBERNIA discovered?

The wreck of the HIBERNIA was discovered in 1876.

What country did the HIBERNIA belong to?

The HIBERNIA belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the HIBERNIA?

The HIBERNIA had a tonnage of 850 tons.

What type of wreck is the HIBERNIA?

The HIBERNIA is classified as a steam ship.