Liverpool (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Liverpool (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		53 25.887 N,4 18.673 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.431450
  • Longitude: -4.311217
Wreck Depth 37 m
Water Depth 42 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name LIVERPOOL (POSSIBLY)
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 8, 1863
Original Detection Year 1971
Last Detection Year 1988
Original Source survey vessel
Last Amended Date Jan 11, 2023

Surveying Details

H3077/70 1.1.71 POSSIBLE WK, STANDING 20FT HIGH IN ABOUT 19FMS FOUND ON SEISMIC AND SONAR RECORD IN 532610N, 041842W. (HUNTING SURVEY, MHB LETTER DTD 16.12.70). CHART AS NDW. BR STD. H3077/70 1.9.71 PROBABLE WK, BUT POSSIBLY A ROCK, EXAM'D 21.4.71 IN 532552N, 041836W [OGB] USING HFIX [2 LOP]. LEAST E/S DEPTH 37.3 IN GEN DEPTH 42MTRS. SCOUR 3MTRS DEEP. SEABED RUGGED. A CAREFUL SEARCH OF POSN REPD BY HUNTING SURVEY REVEALED NOTHING. (HMS WOODLARK). ADD 0.2MTR FOR LAT. AMEND TO WK 20FMS IN REVISED POSN. BR STD. 8.9.77 AMEND TO WK 37MTRS. NC 1977. 18.5.79 AMEND TO USC 37MTRS. NC 1411, 1826. H1270/84 AMEND TO WK 37MTRS. BR STD. H3838/86 31.3.88 NOT FOUND, DISPROVED. (HMS FOX, HI 357). AMEND TO DEAD. DELETE. SEP2022/000028019 2.04.22 EXAM'D 14.08.2021; IN 5325.887N, 0418.673W [WGD]. LEAST M/B DEPTH 37.4MTRS IN GEN DEPTH 42MTRS. NO CLEAR EVIDENCE OF WRECK FEATURES OR DEBRIS. PROBABLY NATURAL FEATURE. (CLINTON MARINE SURVEY AB, HI1507 - H525-7321). RETAIN AS DEAD - NFA.

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, SANK FOLLOWING A COLLISION WITH THE 'LA PLATA'. (K HURLEY).

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FAQ

Where is the LIVERPOOL (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The LIVERPOOL (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 53 25.887 N,4 18.673 W.

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

The LIVERPOOL (POSSIBLY) lies at a depth of about 37 meters and is located at coordinates 53 25.887 N,4 18.673 W.

How deep is the seabed around the LIVERPOOL (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the LIVERPOOL (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 42 meters deep.

When did the LIVERPOOL (POSSIBLY) sink?

The LIVERPOOL (POSSIBLY) sank on Jan 8, 1863.

When was the wreck of the LIVERPOOL (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the LIVERPOOL (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1971.

What country did the LIVERPOOL (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The LIVERPOOL (POSSIBLY) belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the LIVERPOOL (POSSIBLY)?

The LIVERPOOL (POSSIBLY) is classified as a steam ship.

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