L M Merrity Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
L m merrity Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		53 26.349 N,3 1.114 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.439150
  • Longitude: -3.018567
Wreck Depth 12.6 m
Water Depth 15 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name L M MERRITY
Type sailing vessel
Tonnage 351
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo salt
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 13, 1887
Original Detection Year 1887
Last Detection Year 2006
Original Source national HO/authority wreck information
Last Amended Date Apr 20, 2006

Surveying Details

19.1.1887 DESTROYED BY MDHB 15 TO 19.1.1887. DEPTH 43FT BELOW LBD. (LIVERPOOL WK RECORDS). SHOWN AS WK 7FMS 1FT ON 3490. H5282/71 24.2.75 H5282/71 24.2.75 NOW WK 12.6MTRS [LAT]. (MD & HB 1974). BR STD. HH091/124/01 20.4.06 HH091/124/01 20.4.06 NOT LOCATED. GEN DEPTH 14.5MTRS. (HMSML GLEANER, HI 1124). AMEND DEAD. BR STD.

Circumstances of loss

DRIFTED ATHWART THE SS ARIZONA & SUNK ABOUT 600YDS W BY N FROM N HORN OF CANADA BASIN.

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FAQ

Where is the L M MERRITY wreck located?

The L M MERRITY wreck is located at coordinates 53 26.349 N,3 1.114 W.

How deep is the L M MERRITY and where exactly is it located?

The L M MERRITY lies at a depth of about 12.6 meters and is located at coordinates 53 26.349 N,3 1.114 W.

How deep is the seabed around the L M MERRITY?

The seabed around the L M MERRITY lies at approximately 15 meters deep.

When did the L M MERRITY sink?

The L M MERRITY sank on Jan 13, 1887.

When was the wreck of the L M MERRITY discovered?

The wreck of the L M MERRITY was discovered in 1887.

What cargo was the L M MERRITY carrying?

The L M MERRITY was carrying salt.

What was the tonnage of the L M MERRITY?

The L M MERRITY had a tonnage of 351 tons.

What type of wreck is the L M MERRITY?

The L M MERRITY is classified as a sailing vessel.

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