Lyng (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Lyng (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
50 4.103 N,4 26.283 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.068383
  • Longitude: -4.438050
Water Depth 70 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name LYNG (POSSIBLY)
Type steam ship
Flag NO
Tonnage 1340
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 15, 1913
Original Detection Year 1913
Last Detection Year 2005
Original Source other
Surveying Details SANK 10M SW OF EDDYSTONE. POSN 500404N, 042613W FOR FILING ONLY. H2979/74 27.1.77 FF IN 500403.70N, 042613.01W [OGB] USING DECCA. (E GILES, 19.12.76). NCA. HH091/059/01 1.4.05 NOT LOCATED, DISPROVED. (GARDLINE, HI 1059). AMEND DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 27, 2014

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1882 BY NAPIER, SHANKS & BELL, GLASGOW, SANK 10M SW OF EDDYSTONE FOLLOWING A COLLISION WHILST ON PASSAGE CARDIFF FOR NIEUWE DIEPPE. (SIBI).

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FAQ

Where is the LYNG (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The LYNG (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 50 4.103 N,4 26.283 W.

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

The seabed around the LYNG (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 70 meters deep.

When did the LYNG (POSSIBLY) sink?

The LYNG (POSSIBLY) sank on Feb 15, 1913.

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

The wreck of the LYNG (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1913.

What country did the LYNG (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The LYNG (POSSIBLY) belonged to NO.

What was the tonnage of the LYNG (POSSIBLY)?

The LYNG (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 1340 tons.

What type of wreck is the LYNG (POSSIBLY)?

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