Exmouth Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Exmouth Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		55 40.296 N,6 30.923 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.671600
  • Longitude: -6.515383
Water Depth 1 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name EXMOUTH
Type sailing vessel
Tonnage 320
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo personnel
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 28, 1847
Original Detection Year 1847
Last Detection Year 2019
Original Source other
Surveying Details 17.2.75 WRECKED ON ORSAY ISLAND, OFF RHINNS OF ISLAY. (DODS). POSN 554018N, 063052W.
Last Amended Date Feb 28, 2020

Circumstances of loss

BUILT APPROX 1835. WAS WRECKED ON ORSAY I, OFF RHINNS OF ISLAY IN BAD WEATHER. PASSAGE LONDONDERRY FOR QUEBEC. THERE WERE ONLY 3 SURVIVORS FROM A TOTAL OF 254.

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FAQ

Where is the EXMOUTH wreck located?

The EXMOUTH wreck is located at coordinates 55 40.296 N,6 30.923 W.

How deep is the seabed around the EXMOUTH?

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

When did the EXMOUTH sink?

The EXMOUTH sank on Apr 28, 1847.

When was the wreck of the EXMOUTH discovered?

The wreck of the EXMOUTH was discovered in 1847.

What cargo was the EXMOUTH carrying?

The EXMOUTH was carrying personnel.

What was the tonnage of the EXMOUTH?

The EXMOUTH had a tonnage of 320 tons.

What type of wreck is the EXMOUTH?

The EXMOUTH is classified as a sailing vessel.

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