Medora Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Medora Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		54 31.006 N,5 6.067 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 54.516767
  • Longitude: -5.101117
Water Depth 137 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MEDORA
Type steam ship
Flag CA
Length 125 m
Width 15.8 m
Tonnage 5135
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 2, 1918
Bottom Texture Rock
Original Detection Year 1918
Last Detection Year 1999
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Surveying Details

5.5.18 M09555 5.5.18 WK IN 543100N, 050600W (PA). (AP KINGSTOWN) 7.5.18 M23258 7.5.18 SUNK 11M WSW OF MULL OF GALLOWAY. (BOT). NCA. 18.5.18 M24639 18.5.18 ABANDONED IN ABOVE POSN. REPORTED TO HAVE SUNK 4-4.5 HOURS LATER. (BOT 1ST OFFICER) H3671/72 5.3.73 H3671/72 5.3.73 NOT LOCATED. (HMS FAWN, ROS DTD 1.12.72). DELETED FROM WK CHARTS. HH090/821/01 5.5.99 HH090/821/01 5.5.99 NOT LOCATED. DISPROVED. (HMS ROEBUCK, HI 821). AMENDED TO DEAD. NCA.

Circumstances of loss

EX- FRANKMOUNT. BUILT IN 1912 BY RUSSELL & CO. LTD, GREENOCK. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY CANADIAN PACIFIC SS, LIVERPOOL. ABANDONED ABOUT 11M WSW OF MULL OF GALLOWAY. TORPEDOED WITHOUT WARNING BY GERMAN SUBMARINE U-86. REPORTED TO HAVE SUNK 4 HOURS LATER. PASSAGE LIVERPOOL & LAMLASH FOR MONTREAL. MASTER, WIRELESS OPERATOR & 1 GUNNER TAKEN PRISIONER. (WW1 BMS UBOAT SINKINGS, LLWW1, WW1SL & WRECKSITE.EU).

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FAQ

Where is the MEDORA wreck located?

The MEDORA wreck is located at coordinates 54 31.006 N,5 6.067 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MEDORA?

The seabed around the MEDORA lies at approximately 137 meters deep.

When did the MEDORA sink?

The MEDORA sank on May 2, 1918.

When was the wreck of the MEDORA discovered?

The wreck of the MEDORA was discovered in 1918.

What country did the MEDORA belong to?

The MEDORA belonged to CA.

What cargo was the MEDORA carrying?

The MEDORA was carrying general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the MEDORA?

The MEDORA had a tonnage of 5135 tons.

What type of wreck is the MEDORA?

The MEDORA is classified as a steam ship.

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