Marana (Bow Section) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category distributed remains of wreck
Marana (bow section) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 13.252 N,3 38.604 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.220867
  • Longitude: -3.643400
Water Depth 1 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MARANA (BOW SECTION)
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 87.2 m
Width 11 m
Draught 6.7
Tonnage 2177
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo wood: unprocessed and products,railway: stock and construction materials
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 9, 1891
Original Detection Year 1978
Original Source diver
Last Amended Date May 13, 2014

Surveying Details

1.9.78 1.9.78 BOW SECTION LOCATED ON NW SIDE SINKING ROCK ABOUT 215 YDS FROM START POINT LTHO. (MR BARNARD, S. DEVON WATER AUTHORITY SUBAQUA CLUB, TELECON 1.9.78). POSN 501313N, 033832W FOR FILING ONLY. 16.8.11 16.8.11 UNABLE TO ACCESS POSN. TOO CLOSE INSHORE. (MARIN MATTEKNIK, HI 1356). NCA.

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1880 BY AITKEN & MANSEL, GLASGOW. PASSAGE LONDON FOR COLUMBO. RAN ON BLACKSTONE ROCK IN THE 'GREAT SNOWSTORM' OF MARCH 1891, TEARING OFF PROPELLER & RUDDER. ONLY 4 SURVIVORS. (DEVON SHIPWRECKS & SIBI).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 50 13.252 N,3 38.604 W
Marana (Bow Section) on Wreck Map Marana (Bow Section) Wreck on Google Map

More Steam Ship Wrecks:

Nearby Wrecks:

FAQ

Where is the MARANA (BOW SECTION) wreck located?

The MARANA (BOW SECTION) wreck is located at coordinates 50 13.252 N,3 38.604 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MARANA (BOW SECTION)?

The seabed around the MARANA (BOW SECTION) lies at approximately 1 meter deep.

When did the MARANA (BOW SECTION) sink?

The MARANA (BOW SECTION) sank on Mar 9, 1891.

When was the wreck of the MARANA (BOW SECTION) discovered?

The wreck of the MARANA (BOW SECTION) was discovered in 1978.

What country did the MARANA (BOW SECTION) belong to?

The MARANA (BOW SECTION) belonged to GB.

What cargo was the MARANA (BOW SECTION) carrying?

The MARANA (BOW SECTION) was carrying wood: unprocessed and products,railway: stock and construction materials.

What was the tonnage of the MARANA (BOW SECTION)?

The MARANA (BOW SECTION) had a tonnage of 2177 tons.

What type of wreck is the MARANA (BOW SECTION)?

The MARANA (BOW SECTION) is classified as a steam ship.

Back to Wrecks