Alcazar Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Alcazar Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		53 19.017 N,5 23.567 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.316950
  • Longitude: -5.392783
Wreck Depth 104 m
Water Depth 110 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name Alcazar
Type coaster
Length 31.2 m
Width 6.3 m
Sonar Length 33
Sonar Width 6.8
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 15, 1918
Original Detection Year 1918
Last Detection Year 2019
Original Source other
Surveying Details ALCAZAR
Last Amended Date Sep 18, 2020

Circumstances of loss

Positional Analysis: Trawler

General Comments

was sunk in a collision in fog with CAMBRIA while steering a course NNE from Codling LV. CAMBRIA was on its usual route from Holyhead to Kingstown (Dun Laoghaire). The wreck lies close to the intersection point of these two routes.Archival Analysis: ALCAZAR was struck amidships (BOT Wreck Report No 7927). There is a noticeable area of damage on the wreck amidships onthe starboard side.

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FAQ

Where is the Alcazar wreck located?

The Alcazar wreck is located at coordinates 53 19.017 N,5 23.567 W.

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

The Alcazar lies at a depth of about 104 meters and is located at coordinates 53 19.017 N,5 23.567 W.

How deep is the seabed around the Alcazar?

The seabed around the Alcazar lies at approximately 110 meters deep.

When did the Alcazar sink?

The Alcazar sank on Sep 15, 1918.

When was the wreck of the Alcazar discovered?

The wreck of the Alcazar was discovered in 1918.

What type of wreck is the Alcazar?

The Alcazar is classified as a coaster.

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