Maid Of Spetsai Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Maid of spetsai Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		49 27.708 N,3 46.52 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 49.461800
  • Longitude: -3.775333
Wreck Depth 70 m
Water Depth 80 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MAID OF SPETSAI
Type carrier
Flag GB
Length 73.5 m
Width 11 m
Draught 4.9
Sonar Length 85
Sonar Width 15
Orientation 80
Tonnage 1511
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods,coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 26, 1924
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1972
Last Detection Year 2024
Original Source naval vessel
Last Amended Date Oct 31, 2024

Surveying Details

H3110/72 8.5.72 NEW WK FOUND, DEPTH 71MTRS. (HMS HECATE, SIGNAL). H3110/72 26.5.72 LEAST DEPTH NOW 69.0 MTRS. (HMS HECATE, SIGNAL). H3110/72 10.1.73 LOCATED IN 492740N 034629.1W [OGB] USING HIFIX/3 [2 LOP]. GOOD SONAR CONTACT FROM ALL DIRECTIONS. FAIRLY LARGE SHIP LYING IN FINE SAND, MUD, GRAVEL & BROKEN SHELL. NO SCOUR. (HMS HECATE, 1972). INS AS WK 69MTRS. NC 442. 23.6.99 POSN 4927.768N, 0346.430W [EUR] USING DGPS. ACCURACY 10MTRS. LEAST E/S DEPTH 70.1 IN GEN DEPTH 80MTRS. LENGTH 85MTRS, WIDTH 15MTRS. LIES 080/260DEGS. NOTED AS DIFFUSION LIMITEE. (FRENCH WK RECORDS 1999). AMENDED TO WK 70MTRS IN REVISED POSN. AMENDED TO CINC. BR STD. RSDRA2024000232953 31.10.24 WRECK DIVED IN POSN. WRECK IDENTIFIED AS �SS MAID OF SPETSAI� FROM CHAMBERS STEERING GEAR. (MCA RECEIVER OF WRECK EMAIL, DTD 08.08.24). UPDATE OBJNAM TO �MAID OF SPETSAI� AND TRANSFER RELEVANT ATTRIBUTES FROM CURRENT 'MAID OF SPETSAI� WK ID [23031].

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, BUILT IN 1921 BY J I THORNYCROFT & CO. AND OWNED AT THE TIME OF LOSS BY BYRON STEAMSHIP CO., SANK AFTER A COLLISION 43 MILES W OF CASQUETS WHILE ON ROUTE FROM THE TYNE VIA LONDON TO PIRAEUS AND CONSTANTINOPLE. (DODS).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 49 27.708 N,3 46.52 W
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FAQ

Where is the MAID OF SPETSAI wreck located?

The MAID OF SPETSAI wreck is located at coordinates 49 27.708 N,3 46.52 W.

How deep is the MAID OF SPETSAI and where exactly is it located?

The MAID OF SPETSAI lies at a depth of about 70 meters and is located at coordinates 49 27.708 N,3 46.52 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MAID OF SPETSAI?

The seabed around the MAID OF SPETSAI lies at approximately 80 meters deep.

When did the MAID OF SPETSAI sink?

The MAID OF SPETSAI sank on Jan 26, 1924.

When was the wreck of the MAID OF SPETSAI discovered?

The wreck of the MAID OF SPETSAI was discovered in 1972.

What country did the MAID OF SPETSAI belong to?

The MAID OF SPETSAI belonged to GB.

What cargo was the MAID OF SPETSAI carrying?

The MAID OF SPETSAI was carrying general and mixed goods,coal.

What was the tonnage of the MAID OF SPETSAI?

The MAID OF SPETSAI had a tonnage of 1511 tons.

What type of wreck is the MAID OF SPETSAI?

The MAID OF SPETSAI is classified as a carrier.

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