Morlaix (Probably) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Morlaix (probably) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		55 25.36 N,1 20.658 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.422667
  • Longitude: -1.344300
Wreck Depth 62 m
Water Depth 64 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MORLAIX (PROBABLY)
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Sonar Length 61
Sonar Width 17
Shadow Height 2
Orientation 130
Tonnage 419
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 6, 1942
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1942
Last Detection Year 1999
Original Source unknown
Last Amended Date Dec 23, 1999

Surveying Details

POSN 552530N, 012230W. (AUTHORITY NOT KNOWN). H05903/57 3.3.58 H05903/57 3.3.58 INS ON WK CHARTS. 7.6.72 7.6.72 INS AS NDWPA. LC 1192. 14.3.74 14.3.74 AMEND TO USCPA 40MTRS. BR STD. HH090/843/01 23.12.99 HH090/843/01 23.12.99 EXAM'D 12.6.99 IN 5525.360N, 0120.658W [WGD] USING DGPS. LEAST E/S DEPTH 62.7 IN GEN DEPTH 64.3MTRS. NO SCOUR. LENGTH 61MTRS, WIDTH 17MTRS. DCS3 HT 2.0MTRS. LIES 130/310 DEGS. POOR MAGNETIC ANOMALY. WELL BROKEN. UPRIGHT WITH SUPERSTRUCTURE VISIBLE. (GARDLINE, HI 843). AMEND TO WK 62MTRS IN REVISED POSN. BR STD.

Circumstances of loss

SUNK BY COLLISION. BUILT IN 1911. TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE, SINGLE SCREW. STEEL HULL. PASSAGE MACDUFF FOR SUNDERLAND IN BALLAST.

General Comments

UPRIGHT, WELL BROKEN

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FAQ

Where is the MORLAIX (PROBABLY) wreck located?

The MORLAIX (PROBABLY) wreck is located at coordinates 55 25.36 N,1 20.658 W.

How deep is the MORLAIX (PROBABLY) and where exactly is it located?

The MORLAIX (PROBABLY) lies at a depth of about 62 meters and is located at coordinates 55 25.36 N,1 20.658 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MORLAIX (PROBABLY)?

The seabed around the MORLAIX (PROBABLY) lies at approximately 64 meters deep.

When did the MORLAIX (PROBABLY) sink?

The MORLAIX (PROBABLY) sank on May 6, 1942.

When was the wreck of the MORLAIX (PROBABLY) discovered?

The wreck of the MORLAIX (PROBABLY) was discovered in 1942.

What country did the MORLAIX (PROBABLY) belong to?

The MORLAIX (PROBABLY) belonged to GB.

What cargo was the MORLAIX (PROBABLY) carrying?

The MORLAIX (PROBABLY) was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the MORLAIX (PROBABLY)?

The MORLAIX (PROBABLY) had a tonnage of 419 tons.

What type of wreck is the MORLAIX (PROBABLY)?

The MORLAIX (PROBABLY) is classified as a steam ship.

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