Lady Mc Callum Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Lady mc callum Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		8 0.333 N,81 33.333 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 8.005550
  • Longitude: 81.555550
Water Depth 12 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name LADY MC CALLUM
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 67.1 m
Width 11.3 m
Draught 3.7
Tonnage 1097
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo natural fibres and materials in general: unprocessed and products,grain
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 1, 1926
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1926
Last Detection Year 1926
Original Source unknown
Surveying Details H580/26 H580/26 [NO DATE] MASTS & FUNNEL VISIBLE IN 080030N, 813400E. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). NCA. H580/26 26.1.26 H580/26 26.1.26 DW (1926) IN 080000N, 813300E, OR 0.75M NE OF ELEPHANT ROCK. (COLOMBO NO.1 & EAST INDIES TEMP. MEMO NO.23). - NM 717/26. 3.9.79 3.9.79 KAN POSN: 080020N, 813320E. NC 1583.
Last Amended Date Nov 8, 1990

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1908 BY CALEDON S.B. & E. CO., WITH TRIPLE-EXPANSION ENGINES OF 191NHP. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY CEYLON SS CO. PASSAGE KALKUDAH FOR TRINCOMALEE. STRUCK A REEF & SANK OFF POOLAVI PT. (DODS)

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 8 0.333 N,81 33.333 E
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FAQ

Where is the LADY MC CALLUM wreck located?

The LADY MC CALLUM wreck is located at coordinates 8 0.333 N,81 33.333 E.

How deep is the seabed around the LADY MC CALLUM?

The seabed around the LADY MC CALLUM lies at approximately 12 meters deep.

When did the LADY MC CALLUM sink?

The LADY MC CALLUM sank on Jan 1, 1926.

When was the wreck of the LADY MC CALLUM discovered?

The wreck of the LADY MC CALLUM was discovered in 1926.

What country did the LADY MC CALLUM belong to?

The LADY MC CALLUM belonged to GB.

What cargo was the LADY MC CALLUM carrying?

The LADY MC CALLUM was carrying natural fibres and materials in general: unprocessed and products,grain.

What was the tonnage of the LADY MC CALLUM?

The LADY MC CALLUM had a tonnage of 1097 tons.

What type of wreck is the LADY MC CALLUM?

The LADY MC CALLUM is classified as a steam ship.

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