Iris 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
Iris Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		55 26 N,7 14.05 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.433333
  • Longitude: -7.234167
Water Depth 0 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name IRIS
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 625
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo personnel,general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 2, 1883
Original Detection Year 1883
Last Detection Year 2019
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Feb 28, 2020

Surveying Details

SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 552600N, 071400W. (LL). POSN FOR FILING ONLY. 13.2.13 [WGD] POSN: 5526.000N, 0714.050W.

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1876. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY A A LAIRD, GLASGOW. ONE BOILERS, 2 CYLINDER SIMPLE EXPANSION ENGINE, SINGLE SHAFT. PASSAGE GLASGOW & GREENOCK FOR SLIGO. STRANDED IN FORCE 6 CONDITIONS ON ROCK SEPARATED FROM THE ISLAND BY A CHASM. ONE MAN LOST. (SIBI). SANK OFF INISHSTRAHULL. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the IRIS wreck located?

The IRIS wreck is located at coordinates 55 26 N,7 14.05 W.

When did the IRIS sink?

The IRIS sank on Sep 2, 1883.

When was the wreck of the IRIS discovered?

The wreck of the IRIS was discovered in 1883.

What country did the IRIS belong to?

The IRIS belonged to GB.

What cargo was the IRIS carrying?

The IRIS was carrying personnel,general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the IRIS?

The IRIS had a tonnage of 625 tons.

What type of wreck is the IRIS?

The IRIS is classified as a steam ship.

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