Murchison Oil Platform Wreck

Field Value
Murchison oil platform Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
61 23.817 N,1 44.425 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 61.396950
  • Longitude: 1.740417
Wreck Depth 108 m
Water Depth 150 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name Murchison Oil Platform
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 2017
Original Source ship visit/hydrographic note report
Surveying Details RSDRA2017000148666 16.06.17 MURCHISON OIL PLATFORM DECOMMISSIONING PROGRAMME LOCATED IN 6123.817N, 0144.425E [WGD]. JACKET SUB STRUCTURE REMOVED TO A DEPTH OF 108MTRS [LAT]. NO STRUCTURES PROTRUDING ABOVE WATER REMAIN. JACKET FOOTINGS AND DRILL CUTTINGS PILE REMAIN IN-SITU ON THE SEABED. (CNR INTERNATIONAL UK LTD, H102). INS OBSTN 108MTRS.
Last Amended Date Jul 18, 2017

General Comments

Murchison Oil Platform decommissioned.

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FAQ

Where is the Murchison Oil Platform wreck located?

The Murchison Oil Platform wreck is located at coordinates 61 23.817 N,1 44.425 E.

How deep is the Murchison Oil Platform and where exactly is it located?

The Murchison Oil Platform lies at a depth of about 108 meters and is located at coordinates 61 23.817 N,1 44.425 E.

How deep is the seabed around the Murchison Oil Platform?

The seabed around the Murchison Oil Platform lies at approximately 150 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the Murchison Oil Platform discovered?

The wreck of the Murchison Oil Platform was discovered in 2017.