Moyalla Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Moyalla Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		53 14.143 N,9 6.507 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.235717
  • Longitude: -9.108450
Water Depth 5 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MOYALLA
Type steam ship
Flag IE
Length 58 m
Width 9.3 m
Draught 3.3
Tonnage 642
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo gas,general and mixed goods,non-ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,chemicals,minerals
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 17, 1946
Original Detection Year 1947
Original Source national HO/authority wreck information
Last Amended Date Oct 11, 2008

Surveying Details

H6208/47 15.9.47 ST LIES IN 531408N, 090628W. (IRISH LIGHTS OFFICE). INS AS ST. - NM 2462/47. 26.2.05 [EUT] POSN: 5314.143N, 0906.507W. NC 1904.

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1927 BY CALEDON SHIPBUILDING & ENGINEERING CO LTD, DUNDEE. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY LIMERICK SS CO LTD. TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 147HP, SINGLE SHAFT. PASSAGE LIVERPOOL FOR GLASGOW. RAN AGROUND IN FOG. (SII).

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FAQ

Where is the MOYALLA wreck located?

The MOYALLA wreck is located at coordinates 53 14.143 N,9 6.507 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MOYALLA?

The seabed around the MOYALLA lies at approximately 5 meters deep.

When did the MOYALLA sink?

The MOYALLA sank on Feb 17, 1946.

When was the wreck of the MOYALLA discovered?

The wreck of the MOYALLA was discovered in 1947.

What country did the MOYALLA belong to?

The MOYALLA belonged to IE.

What cargo was the MOYALLA carrying?

The MOYALLA was carrying gas,general and mixed goods,non-ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,chemicals,minerals.

What was the tonnage of the MOYALLA?

The MOYALLA had a tonnage of 642 tons.

What type of wreck is the MOYALLA?

The MOYALLA is classified as a steam ship.

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