Kerry Head (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Kerry head (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 29.893 N,10 1.471 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.498217
  • Longitude: -10.024517
Wreck Depth 65 m
Water Depth 69 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name KERRY HEAD (POSSIBLY)
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 59 m
Width 9.5 m
Draught 3.5
Sonar Length 52
Sonar Width 25
Shadow Height 2
Orientation 160
Tonnage 825
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 21, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Last Detection Year 2005
Original Source other
Surveying Details SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 5M DUE S OF BLACKBALL HD, BANTRY BAY. (DODS). POSN 513014N, 100204W FOR FILING ONLY. NCA. 10.5.07 POSSIBLE WK LOCATED IN 5129.893N, 1001.471W [WGD] USING DGPS. GEN DEPTH 69MTRS. LENGTH 52MTRS, WIDTH 25MTRS, HT 2MTRS. (INSS SURVEY 1999-2005). LIES 160/340 DEGS. THREE MAIN CONTACTS WITH LARGEST TO THE SOUTH. DEBRIS TO THE NE. SCOUR CLOSE TO E SIDE. PROBABLY FULLY COLLAPSED. INS AS WK 65MTRS. BR STD.
Last Amended Date May 10, 2007

Circumstances of loss

EX-EURUS. BUILT IN 1913 BY J FULLERTON & CO. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY W T HERRIOT. TRIPLE-EXPANSION ENGINE OF 96RHP, SINGLE SHAFT. PASSAGE LIMERICK FOR ENGLAND. BOMBED & SUNK BY AIRCRAFT 5M DUE S OF BLACKBALL HEAD, EIRE. NO SURVIVORS. (WW1SL & DODS).

General Comments

3 MAIN CONTACTS, LARGEST TO SE, SCOUR CLOSE E

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FAQ

Where is the KERRY HEAD (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The KERRY HEAD (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 51 29.893 N,10 1.471 W.

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

The KERRY HEAD (POSSIBLY) lies at a depth of about 65 meters and is located at coordinates 51 29.893 N,10 1.471 W.

How deep is the seabed around the KERRY HEAD (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the KERRY HEAD (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 69 meters deep.

When did the KERRY HEAD (POSSIBLY) sink?

The KERRY HEAD (POSSIBLY) sank on Oct 21, 1940.

When was the wreck of the KERRY HEAD (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the KERRY HEAD (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1940.

What country did the KERRY HEAD (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The KERRY HEAD (POSSIBLY) belonged to GB.

What cargo was the KERRY HEAD (POSSIBLY) carrying?

The KERRY HEAD (POSSIBLY) was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the KERRY HEAD (POSSIBLY)?

The KERRY HEAD (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 825 tons.

What type of wreck is the KERRY HEAD (POSSIBLY)?

The KERRY HEAD (POSSIBLY) is classified as a steam ship.

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