Rossall Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Rossall Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		53 23.016 N,2 58.981 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.383600
  • Longitude: -2.983017
Water Depth 15 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ROSSALL
Type barge
Flag GB
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1919
Last Detection Year 2018
Original Source national HO/authority wreck information
Last Amended Date Feb 18, 2010

Surveying Details

H6701/19 1.9.19 H6701/19 1.9.19 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS APPROX 80YDS SSW OF OUTER LEADING LIGHT ON S PIER HEAD OF BRUNSWICK DOCK BASIN ENTRANCES. WATCH VESSEL TEMPORARILY STATIONED IN VICINITY. GREEN CONL BUOY, FL.G, TO BE PLACED W OF WK AND WATCH VESSEL TO BE REMOVED IN DUE COURSE. (MERSEY DOCKS & HARBOUR BOARD NM, 28.8.19). - NM 1554/19. H7411/19 25.9.19 H7411/19 25.9.19 WK REMOVED AND LT VESSEL TO BE WITHDRAWN. (MERSEY DOCKS & HARBOUR BOARD LTR). H7411/19 30.9.18 H7411/19 30.9.18 WK DISPERSED, LT BUOY REMOVED. (MERSEY DOCKS & HARBOUR BOARD NM, 29.9.19). DELETE. - NM 1711/19.

Circumstances of loss

SANK. (MERSEY DOCKS & HARBOUR BOARD).

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FAQ

Where is the ROSSALL wreck located?

The ROSSALL wreck is located at coordinates 53 23.016 N,2 58.981 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ROSSALL?

The seabed around the ROSSALL lies at approximately 15 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the ROSSALL discovered?

The wreck of the ROSSALL was discovered in 1919.

What country did the ROSSALL belong to?

The ROSSALL belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the ROSSALL?

The ROSSALL is classified as a barge.

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