Albatross Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Albatross Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		53 20.699 N,2 56.881 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.344983
  • Longitude: -2.948017
Wreck Depth 1.9 m
Water Depth 1 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ALBATROSS
Type barge
Flag GB
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 16, 1925
Original Detection Year 1925
Last Detection Year 1994
Original Source national HO/authority wreck information
Surveying Details REMAINS DESTROYED 8FT BELOW LBD. (LIVERPOOL WK RECORDS). NCA. 1.2.90 1.2.90 WK 1.9MTRS SHOWN IN 532041N, 025648W ON DRYING BANK ON M1047/1 (RECEIVED 23.7.1987). INS AS FOUL. HH206/260/01 5.5.94 HH206/260/01 5.5.94 NOT SHOWN ON MERSEY SURVEY 36-1, BETWEEN LINES OF SOUNDINGS WITH DEPTHS OF 2MTRS. (MERSEY DOCKS & HARBOUR BOARD SURVEY DTD 5.11.93). AMEND TO WK 1.9MTRS. NE 3490.
Last Amended Date May 5, 1994

General Comments

WOODEN HULL, DISPERSED

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FAQ

Where is the ALBATROSS wreck located?

The ALBATROSS wreck is located at coordinates 53 20.699 N,2 56.881 W.

How deep is the ALBATROSS and where exactly is it located?

The ALBATROSS lies at a depth of about 1.9 meters and is located at coordinates 53 20.699 N,2 56.881 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ALBATROSS?

The seabed around the ALBATROSS lies at approximately 1 meter deep.

When did the ALBATROSS sink?

The ALBATROSS sank on Sep 16, 1925.

When was the wreck of the ALBATROSS discovered?

The wreck of the ALBATROSS was discovered in 1925.

What country did the ALBATROSS belong to?

The ALBATROSS belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the ALBATROSS?

The ALBATROSS is classified as a barge.

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