Louise Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Louise Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		55 50.846 N,5 1.27 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.847433
  • Longitude: -5.021167
Water Depth 35 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name LOUISE
Type lighter
Flag GB
Length 19.8 m
Width 4.3 m
Draught 1.5
Tonnage 29
Tonnage Type net
Cargo gas,foodstuffs: liquid,wood: unprocessed and products,minerals
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1986
Last Detection Year 2019
Original Source other
Surveying Details H1310/86/36 22.12.86 FOUNDERED ABOUT 200MTRS NE OF BOGANY POINT BUOY. (P.J. MOIR, 26.11.86). NCA YET, POSN 555051N, 050112W [OGB].
Last Amended Date Mar 5, 2020

Circumstances of loss

BUILT 1870 BY SWAN & CO., MARYHILL, GLASGOW, WITH 2 CYLINDER COMPOUND ENGINE OF 15HP, SINGLE SHAFT, 1 BOILER. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY J HAY, GLASGOW. PASSAGE ROTHESAY FOR FALKIRK. RAN INTO HEAVY SEAS AFTER ROUNDING BOGANY POINT, SWAMPED BY LARGE WAVE WHICH CAUSED WATER TO ENTER HOLD. 2 OF 3 CREW LOST. (SIBI)

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FAQ

Where is the LOUISE wreck located?

The LOUISE wreck is located at coordinates 55 50.846 N,5 1.27 W.

How deep is the seabed around the LOUISE?

The seabed around the LOUISE lies at approximately 35 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the LOUISE discovered?

The wreck of the LOUISE was discovered in 1986.

What country did the LOUISE belong to?

The LOUISE belonged to GB.

What cargo was the LOUISE carrying?

The LOUISE was carrying gas,foodstuffs: liquid,wood: unprocessed and products,minerals.

What was the tonnage of the LOUISE?

The LOUISE had a tonnage of 29 tons.

What type of wreck is the LOUISE?

The LOUISE is classified as a lighter.

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