Strathdee Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Strathdee Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		55 31.998 N,5 2.069 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.533300
  • Longitude: -5.034483
Water Depth 80 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name STRATHDEE
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 43 m
Width 6.7 m
Draught 3.4
Tonnage 266
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 20, 1883
Bottom Texture Mud
Original Detection Year 1986
Last Detection Year 2023
Original Source other
Surveying Details H1310/86/36 23.12.86 SANK OFF LAMLASH. REPORTED TO LIE IN APPROX 30FMS OF WATER. (P.J. MOIR, DTD 26.11.86). NCA, POSN 553200N, 050200W [OGB] FOR FILING ONLY. RSDRA2023000238835 3.11.23 NOT LOCATED IN M/B DATASET (2023). (CLINTON MARINE SURVEY AB, HI 1681). AMEND DEAD.
Last Amended Date Feb 16, 2024

Circumstances of loss

IRON VESSEL, BUILT 1881, BY DOBSON & CHARLES, GRANGEMOUTH, SANK FOLLOWING A COLLISION WITH ALLEN LINE SS 'BUENOS AYREAN'. SHE WAS ON PASSAGE TO DUBLIN & SANK IN 2 MINUTES ABOUT 2M E OF HOLY ISLE. ONLY 1 OF 13 CREW RESCUED. (CLYDE SHIPWRECKS & OFF SCOTLAND)

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FAQ

Where is the STRATHDEE wreck located?

The STRATHDEE wreck is located at coordinates 55 31.998 N,5 2.069 W.

How deep is the seabed around the STRATHDEE?

The seabed around the STRATHDEE lies at approximately 80 meters deep.

When did the STRATHDEE sink?

The STRATHDEE sank on Feb 20, 1883.

When was the wreck of the STRATHDEE discovered?

The wreck of the STRATHDEE was discovered in 1986.

What country did the STRATHDEE belong to?

The STRATHDEE belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the STRATHDEE?

The STRATHDEE had a tonnage of 266 tons.

What type of wreck is the STRATHDEE?

The STRATHDEE is classified as a steam ship.

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