Orion Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Orion Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		54 16.014 N,1 17.885 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 54.266900
  • Longitude: 1.298083
Water Depth 32 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ORION
Type trawler
Flag GB
Tonnage 150
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 15, 1906
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1972
Last Detection Year 1986
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Nov 13, 2008

Surveying Details

4.8.72 FOUNDERED ABOUT 60 MILES NE OF SPURN POINT. WHEN APPLYING VARIATION PLOTS IN 542900N, 010000E. (GRIMSBY LOSS LIST). NCA. 15.8.72 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 541600N, 011800E, APPROX. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). H4064/85 16.10.86 NOTHING FOUND IN THIS POSN. (HUNTING SURVEYS, HI 321B). AMEND DEAD.

Circumstances of loss

FOUNDERED. (GRIMSBY LOSS LIST).

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FAQ

Where is the ORION wreck located?

The ORION wreck is located at coordinates 54 16.014 N,1 17.885 E.

How deep is the seabed around the ORION?

The seabed around the ORION lies at approximately 32 meters deep.

When did the ORION sink?

The ORION sank on Jun 15, 1906.

When was the wreck of the ORION discovered?

The wreck of the ORION was discovered in 1972.

What country did the ORION belong to?

The ORION belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the ORION?

The ORION had a tonnage of 150 tons.

What type of wreck is the ORION?

The ORION is classified as a trawler.

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