Delta Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Delta Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		55 22.999 N,5 30.064 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.383317
  • Longitude: -5.501067
Water Depth 30 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name DELTA
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 33
Tonnage Type net
Cargo stone,foodstuffs: solid
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 27, 1895
Original Detection Year 1895
Last Detection Year 2020
Original Source other
Surveying Details H1310/86/36 22.12.86 SANK 3M S OF DAVAAR ISLAND. (P.J. MOIR, 26.11.86). NCA, POSN 552300N, 053000W. SEP 2021/000344798 6.1.22 NOT LOCATED IN M/B DATASET (2020) (CLINTON MARINE SURVEY AB, HI 1680). AMEND DEAD.
Last Amended Date May 12, 2022

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, FOUNDERED. (P.J. MOIR). BUILT 1882 WITH 2 CYLINDER COMPOUND ENGINE, 1 BOILER, SINGLE SHAFT. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY J HAY, GLASGOW. PASSAGE GLENARM, CO. ANTRIM TO FORTH & CLYDE CANAL. FOUNDERED OFF ACHINOAN HD IN FORCE 5 ENE WINDS. (SIBI)

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FAQ

Where is the DELTA wreck located?

The DELTA wreck is located at coordinates 55 22.999 N,5 30.064 W.

How deep is the seabed around the DELTA?

The seabed around the DELTA lies at approximately 30 meters deep.

When did the DELTA sink?

The DELTA sank on Mar 27, 1895.

When was the wreck of the DELTA discovered?

The wreck of the DELTA was discovered in 1895.

What country did the DELTA belong to?

The DELTA belonged to GB.

What cargo was the DELTA carrying?

The DELTA was carrying stone,foodstuffs: solid.

What was the tonnage of the DELTA?

The DELTA had a tonnage of 33 tons.

What type of wreck is the DELTA?

The DELTA is classified as a steam ship.

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