Mary Baird Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Mary baird Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 10.235 N,5 43.759 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.170583
  • Longitude: -5.729317
Wreck Depth 25 m
Water Depth 47 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MARY BAIRD
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 79.6 m
Width 11.9 m
Draught 5.2
Tonnage 1830
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 18, 1917
Bottom Texture Rock
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 2011
Original Source unknown
Last Amended Date Dec 13, 2011

Surveying Details

2.5.78 2.5.78 CHARTED AS USC PA 20MTRS IN 501012N, 054342W. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). NE 1148. H2979/74 1.3.79 H2979/74 1.3.79 THREE FFS REPD IN 500949N, 054319W, 501024N, 054337W AND 501031N, 054308W USING DECCA. (E GILES, 16.5.77). NCA. 13.12.11 13.12.11 NOT LOCATED 19.9.09 USING M/B & MAGNETOMETER. (FUGRO OSAE, HI 1157). AMEND DEAD. BR STD.

Circumstances of loss

EX-ULLA BOOG. BUILT IN 1908 BY A G NEPTUN, ROSTOCK. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY PAGE SHIPPING CO. TWO BOILERS, TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 176 NHP, SINGLE SHAFT. PASSAGE ROUEN FOR NEWPORT. STRUCK MINE AND SANK. 7 MEN LOST. (WW1SL, DODS & SIBI).

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FAQ

Where is the MARY BAIRD wreck located?

The MARY BAIRD wreck is located at coordinates 50 10.235 N,5 43.759 W.

How deep is the MARY BAIRD and where exactly is it located?

The MARY BAIRD lies at a depth of about 25 meters and is located at coordinates 50 10.235 N,5 43.759 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MARY BAIRD?

The seabed around the MARY BAIRD lies at approximately 47 meters deep.

When did the MARY BAIRD sink?

The MARY BAIRD sank on May 18, 1917.

When was the wreck of the MARY BAIRD discovered?

The wreck of the MARY BAIRD was discovered in 1917.

What country did the MARY BAIRD belong to?

The MARY BAIRD belonged to GB.

What cargo was the MARY BAIRD carrying?

The MARY BAIRD was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the MARY BAIRD?

The MARY BAIRD had a tonnage of 1830 tons.

What type of wreck is the MARY BAIRD?

The MARY BAIRD is classified as a steam ship.

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