George Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
George Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
53 26.032 N,3 1.081 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.433867
  • Longitude: -3.018017
Wreck Depth 14.7 m
Water Depth 16 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name GEORGE
Type barge
Tonnage 54
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 25, 1892
Original Detection Year 1892
Last Detection Year 2006
Original Source national HO/authority wreck information
Surveying Details 26.4.1892 BROKEN MASTS SPARS ETC WERE REMOVED 26.4.1892 & SHE WAS DISPERSED BY BLASTING BY MDHB ON 1.10.1892. DEPTH 50FT BELOW LBD. (LIVERPOOL WK RECORDS). SHOWN AS WK 8FMS 2FT ON 1951. H5282/71 24.2.75 H5282/71 24.2.75 AMENDED WK 14.7MTRS [LAT]. (MD & HB 1974). NC 3490. HH091/124/01 20.4.06 HH091/124/01 20.4.06 NOT LOCATED. GEN DEPTH 16.8MTRS. (HMSML GLEANER, HI 1124). AMEND DEAD. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Apr 20, 2006

Circumstances of loss

SANK NEARLY MID-RIVER OFF CANADA BASIN & ROLLED OVER WITH THE TIDE.

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FAQ

Where is the GEORGE wreck located?

The GEORGE wreck is located at coordinates 53 26.032 N,3 1.081 W.

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

The GEORGE lies at a depth of about 14.7 meters and is located at coordinates 53 26.032 N,3 1.081 W.

How deep is the seabed around the GEORGE?

The seabed around the GEORGE lies at approximately 16 meters deep.

When did the GEORGE sink?

The GEORGE sank on Apr 25, 1892.

When was the wreck of the GEORGE discovered?

The wreck of the GEORGE was discovered in 1892.

What cargo was the GEORGE carrying?

The GEORGE was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the GEORGE?

The GEORGE had a tonnage of 54 tons.

What type of wreck is the GEORGE?

The GEORGE is classified as a barge.