Midas Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Midas Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		53 26.099 N,3 1.514 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.434983
  • Longitude: -3.025233
Wreck Depth 7.7 m
Water Depth 8 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MIDAS
Type sailing vessel
Width 4.3 m
Draught 2.1
Tonnage 42
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 14, 1881
Original Detection Year 1881
Last Detection Year 2006
Original Source national HO/authority wreck information
Last Amended Date Apr 20, 2006

Surveying Details

21.10.1881 DISPERSED BY BLASTING BY MDHB 18 TO 21.10.1881. DEPTH 27FT BELOW LBD. (LIVERPOOL WK RECORDS). SHOWN AS WK 4FMS 3FT ON 3490. H5282/71 24.2.75 H5282/71 24.2.75 AMEND TO WK 7.7MTRS [LAT]. (MD & HB 1974). NC 3490. HH091/124/01 20.4.06 HH091/124/01 20.4.06 NOT LOCATED. GEN DEPTH 8.6MTRS. (HMSML GLEANER, HI 1124). AMEND DEAD. BR STD.

Circumstances of loss

SUNK AT ANCHOR ABOUT 600YDS SE FROM NEW BRIGHTON PIER STAGE.

General Comments

WOODEN HULL

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FAQ

Where is the MIDAS wreck located?

The MIDAS wreck is located at coordinates 53 26.099 N,3 1.514 W.

How deep is the MIDAS and where exactly is it located?

The MIDAS lies at a depth of about 7.7 meters and is located at coordinates 53 26.099 N,3 1.514 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MIDAS?

The seabed around the MIDAS lies at approximately 8 meters deep.

When did the MIDAS sink?

The MIDAS sank on Oct 14, 1881.

When was the wreck of the MIDAS discovered?

The wreck of the MIDAS was discovered in 1881.

What was the tonnage of the MIDAS?

The MIDAS had a tonnage of 42 tons.

What type of wreck is the MIDAS?

The MIDAS is classified as a sailing vessel.

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