Maggie Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Maggie Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
58 43.974 N,4 54.83 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 58.732900
  • Longitude: -4.913833
Water Depth 75 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MAGGIE
Type sailing vessel
Tonnage 86
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 13, 1897
Original Detection Year 1897
Last Detection Year 1984
Original Source published other losses
Surveying Details 4.8.72 4.8.72 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 14M NNE OF CAPE WRATH. (GRIMSBY LOSS LIST) GIVES POSN AS 584400N, 045445W [UND] FOR FILING ONLY. H2884/83 11.5.84 H2884/83 11.5.84 SEARCHED FOR 18.3.84. NOT FOUND. (RACAL SURVEY, HI 160). AMENDED TO DEAD. NCA. HH091/071/01 30.11.05 HH091/071/01 30.11.05 NOT LOCATED, DISPROVED. (GARDLINE, HI 1071). NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

BUILT 1882. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY A.J. BAXTER, GRIMSBY. PASSAGE GRIMSBY FOR FISHING GROUNDS AND BACK. FOUNDERED ABOUT 14M NNE OF CAPE WRATH. (GRIMSBY LOSS LIST & SIBI).

General Comments

WOODEN HULL

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FAQ

Where is the MAGGIE wreck located?

The MAGGIE wreck is located at coordinates 58 43.974 N,4 54.83 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MAGGIE?

The seabed around the MAGGIE lies at approximately 75 meters deep.

When did the MAGGIE sink?

The MAGGIE sank on Dec 13, 1897.

When was the wreck of the MAGGIE discovered?

The wreck of the MAGGIE was discovered in 1897.

What cargo was the MAGGIE carrying?

The MAGGIE was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the MAGGIE?

The MAGGIE had a tonnage of 86 tons.

What type of wreck is the MAGGIE?

The MAGGIE is classified as a sailing vessel.