Shamrock Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Shamrock Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
51 35.782 N,1 2.931 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.596367
  • Longitude: 1.048850
Water Depth 4 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SHAMROCK
Type barge
Tonnage 58
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo sand
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 22, 1918
Original Detection Year 1918
Last Detection Year 1926
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Surveying Details H718/18 WK, DRIES AT LW IN 513545N, 010302E. (CINC NORE, RA SHEERNESS). BR STD. H3153/33 4.11.26 AMEND OBSOLETE WK SYMBOL TO ST. BR STD.DELETE. (HMS KELLETT HN). DELETE BR STD.
Last Amended Date May 26, 2010

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE BRIGHTLINGSEA FOR CHARLTON. STRUCK SUBMERGED OBJECT ABOUT 1.5M NNW OF MAPLIN LT. DID NOT STOP, DRIFTED ONTO SAND AND SANK. (BOT M53554).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 51 35.782 N,1 2.931 E
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FAQ

Where is the SHAMROCK wreck located?

The SHAMROCK wreck is located at coordinates 51 35.782 N,1 2.931 E.

How deep is the seabed around the SHAMROCK?

The seabed around the SHAMROCK lies at approximately 4 meters deep.

When did the SHAMROCK sink?

The SHAMROCK sank on Nov 22, 1918.

When was the wreck of the SHAMROCK discovered?

The wreck of the SHAMROCK was discovered in 1918.

What cargo was the SHAMROCK carrying?

The SHAMROCK was carrying sand.

What was the tonnage of the SHAMROCK?

The SHAMROCK had a tonnage of 58 tons.

What type of wreck is the SHAMROCK?

The SHAMROCK is classified as a barge.