Moresby Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Moresby Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
56 6.013 N,2 31.208 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 56.100217
  • Longitude: -2.520133
Water Depth 40 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MORESBY
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1919
Last Detection Year 1994
Original Source other
Surveying Details H2501/19 24.3.19 SANK IN 560601N, 023107W. (SNO GRANTON) CHART AS WK [OLD SYMBOL] ON BA 114A. H4087/26 24.6.26 NOW CHARTED AS NDW. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED) BA 114A. H2618/60 29.7.60 NOT LOCATED. (HMS SCOTT, 1959) NCA YET. HH090/605/01 20.1.94 NOT FOUND. (OCEONICS (UK) LTD., HI 605) AMENDED TO DEAD. DELETE. NE 734.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

SUNK PRIOR TO 1919.

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 56 6.013 N,2 31.208 W
Moresby on Wreck Map Moresby Wreck on Google Map

Nearby Wrecks:

FAQ

Where is the MORESBY wreck located?

The MORESBY wreck is located at coordinates 56 6.013 N,2 31.208 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MORESBY?

The seabed around the MORESBY lies at approximately 40 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the MORESBY discovered?

The wreck of the MORESBY was discovered in 1919.