Memphian (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Memphian (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		52 49.731 N,5 35.791 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 52.828850
  • Longitude: -5.596517
Wreck Depth 55 m
Water Depth 66 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MEMPHIAN (POSSIBLY)
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 121.9 m
Width 15.8 m
Draught 8.2
Sonar Length 100
Shadow Height 11
Tonnage 6305
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 8, 1917
Scour Dimensions ,,002.0,
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 1982
Original Source other
Surveying Details SUNK 7 MILES ENE FROM N ARKLOW LTV. (BMVS). INS AS DW IN 525830N, 054130W. (DATE NOT NOTED). NE 1824A. 9.11.77 9.11.77 AMEND TO DWPA. NC 1411. H1935/80 11.10.82 H1935/80 11.10.82 LARGE WELL DEFINED WK EXAM'D 16.7.81 IN 524942N, 053541W [OGB] USING RO/RO HIFIX/6 [2 LOP]. LEAST E/S DEPTH 55 IN GEN DEPTH 66MTRS. SCOUR DEPTH 2MTRS. DCS3 HT 11MTRS, LENGTH APPROX 100MTRS. LYING N/S. (HMS BEAGLE, HI 3). AMEND WK 55MTRS. - NM 2605/82.
Last Amended Date Sep 19, 2012

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1908 BY HARLAND & WOLFF LTD, BELFAST. OWNED AT TIME BU F LEYLAND & CO LTD. FIVE BOILERS, QUADRUPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 350 NHP, SINGLE SHAFT. PASSAGE LIVERPOOL FOR NEW ORLEANS. TORPEDOED BY U-96. 32 MEN LOST. (SII).

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FAQ

Where is the MEMPHIAN (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The MEMPHIAN (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 52 49.731 N,5 35.791 W.

How deep is the MEMPHIAN (POSSIBLY) and where exactly is it located?

The MEMPHIAN (POSSIBLY) lies at a depth of about 55 meters and is located at coordinates 52 49.731 N,5 35.791 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MEMPHIAN (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the MEMPHIAN (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 66 meters deep.

When did the MEMPHIAN (POSSIBLY) sink?

The MEMPHIAN (POSSIBLY) sank on Oct 8, 1917.

When was the wreck of the MEMPHIAN (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the MEMPHIAN (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1917.

What country did the MEMPHIAN (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The MEMPHIAN (POSSIBLY) belonged to GB.

What cargo was the MEMPHIAN (POSSIBLY) carrying?

The MEMPHIAN (POSSIBLY) was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the MEMPHIAN (POSSIBLY)?

The MEMPHIAN (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 6305 tons.

What type of wreck is the MEMPHIAN (POSSIBLY)?

The MEMPHIAN (POSSIBLY) is classified as a steam ship.

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