Mermaid (Probably) Wreck
| Field |
Value |
| Wreck Category |
non-dangerous wreck |
Mermaid (probably) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
|
53 34.85 N,3 39.935 W |
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
|
- Latitude: 53.580833
- Longitude: -3.665583
|
| Wreck Depth |
32.14 m
|
| Water Depth |
36 m
|
| Water Level Effect |
always under water/submerged |
| Vertical Datum |
Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide |
| Name |
MERMAID (PROBABLY) |
|
Type
|
barge
|
| Sonar Length |
26 |
| Sonar Width |
9 |
| Shadow Height |
3 |
| Orientation |
14 |
| Conspic Visual |
not visually conspicuous |
| Conspic Radar |
not radar conspicuous |
| Bottom Texture |
Sand |
| Scour Dimensions |
0030.0,,000.2,090 |
| Original Detection Year |
1987 |
| Last Detection Year |
2013 |
| Original Source |
survey vessel |
| Last Amended Date |
Dec 22, 2022 |
Surveying Details
H3838/86 6.11.87 H3838/86 6.11.87 WK LOCATED IN 533452N, 033952W [OGB] LEAST E/S DEPTH 31.8 IN GEN DEPTH 36.3MTRS. (HMS BULLDOG, SIGNAL DTD 5.11.87). NCA YET. H3838/86 23.5.88 H3838/86 23.5.88 DESCRIBED AS CONCRETE BARGE. CHART AS WK 32MTRS. (HMS BULLDOG, HI 357). - NM 1791/88. H3838/86 31.10.88 H3838/86 31.10.88 EXAM'D 28.10.87 USING HIFIX/6 [3 LOP]. LEAST E/S DEPTH 33.5 IN GEN DEPTH 36.3MTRS. NO SCOUR. HYDROSEARCH - VERTICAL HT 3.3MTRS; SHADOW HT 4.5MTRS. LENGTH 19MTRS, BEAM 7.7MTRS. LIES 012/192 DEG. TENTATIVELY IDENTIFIED AS REA 8. E/S 'ON TOP' AFFECTED BY SOME HEAVE. CHART AS WK 32MTRS. (HMS BULLDOG, HI 357). NFA. 10.9.13 10.9.13 EXAM'D 29.5.13 IN 5334.851N, 0339.937W [WGD]. LEAST M/B DEPTH 33.59 IN GEN DEPTH 36.1MTRS. SCOUR 0.2MTR DEEP EXTENDS 30MTRS TOWARDS 090 DEGS. LENGTH 26MTRS, WIDTH 9MTRS, HT 3MTRS. LIES 004/294 DEGS. STRONG MAGNETIC ANOMALY. INTACT. (FUGRO OSAE, HI 1376). UPRIGHT, SINGLE HOLD BARGE. AMEND WK 33MTRS. RSDRA2022000310935 20.12.22 EXAM'D 29.5.13 IN 5334.850N, 0339.935W [WGD]. LEAST W/C DEPTH 32.14MTRS IN GEN DEPTH 36.1MTRS. SCOUR 0.2MTR DEEP EXTENDS 30MTRS TOWARDS 090 DEGS. LENGTH 26MTRS, WIDTH 9MTRS, HT 3MTRS. LIES 004/184 DEGS. STRONG MAGNETIC ANOMALY. INTACT. UPRIGHT, SINGLE HOLD BARGE. NFS.(FUGRO OSAE, HI 1376). AMEND WRECK 32.14MTRS IN REVISED POSN.
WRECK MAP LOADING ...
53 34.85 N,3 39.935 W
Mermaid (Probably) on Wreck Map
Mermaid (Probably) Wreck on Google Map
FAQ
Where is the MERMAID (PROBABLY) wreck located?
The MERMAID (PROBABLY) wreck is located at coordinates 53 34.85 N,3 39.935 W.
How deep is the MERMAID (PROBABLY) and where exactly is it located?
The MERMAID (PROBABLY) lies at a depth of about 32.14 meters and is located at coordinates 53 34.85 N,3 39.935 W.
How deep is the seabed around the MERMAID (PROBABLY)?
The seabed around the MERMAID (PROBABLY) lies at approximately 36 meters deep.
When was the wreck of the MERMAID (PROBABLY) discovered?
The wreck of the MERMAID (PROBABLY) was discovered in 1987.
What type of wreck is the MERMAID (PROBABLY)?
The MERMAID (PROBABLY) is classified as a barge.
General Comments
INTACT, UPRIGHT, SINGLE HOLD BARGE