Glenorchy (Possibly) Wreck
| Field |
Value |
| Wreck Category |
dangerous wreck |
Glenorchy (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
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53 16.832 N,5 55.991 W |
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
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- Latitude: 53.280533
- Longitude: -5.933183
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| Wreck Depth |
3.725 m
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| Water Depth |
6 m
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| Water Level Effect |
always under water/submerged |
| Vertical Datum |
Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide |
| Name |
GLENORCHY (POSSIBLY) |
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Type
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sailing vessel
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| Flag |
GB |
| Sonar Length |
69 |
| Sonar Width |
13 |
| Shadow Height |
3 |
| Orientation |
160 |
| Tonnage |
1285 |
| Tonnage Type |
gross |
| Cargo |
coal,timber,machinery and mechanical parts
|
| Conspic Visual |
not visually conspicuous |
| Conspic Radar |
not radar conspicuous |
| Date Sunk |
Nov 1, 1869
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| Original Detection Year |
2011 |
| Last Detection Year |
2016 |
| Original Source |
survey vessel |
| Last Amended Date |
Mar 7, 2016 |
Simplified Wreck Survey
Underwater Wreck Details: The Glenorchy (Possibly) is a shipwreck located in the Irish Sea off the coast of Dublin Bay, Ireland. The wreck is situated at coordinates 53 16.832 N, 5 55.991 W. Official hydrographic surveys and records indicate the vessel is a submerged obstruction with a least depth of 3.7 meters. The wreck measures approximately 69 to 70 meters in length and 13 meters in width, with a height of 3.3 meters. Archaeological observations note the wreck is buried to the gunwales on the starboard side, with much of the port side visible. Key structural features remain, including the iron mast and internal machinery, with some iron cargo and historic liquor bottles evident on the seabed. The site, sometimes categorized as a seabed rock feature or underwater obstruction, is subject to periodic monitoring and bathymetric re-processing to ensure navigational safety. Search data for this wreck is indexed under Irish Wreck List records and historical maritime datasets.
Surveying Details
11.3.11 LOCATED IN 5316.8332N, 0555.9917W [WGD]. LEAST M/B DEPTH 3.73MTRS. LENGTH 57MTRS, WIDTH 14MTRS, HT 3MTRS. LIES 160/340 DEGS. (GSI DUBLIN BAY SURVEY 2011, POST SDC REPROCESSING). PROBABLE SEABED ROCK FEATURE. INS AS OBSTN 3.7MTRS. BR STD. 7.2.13 BURIED TO GUNHWALES ON THE STD SIDE WITH MUCH OF THE PORT SIDE VISIBLE. MACHINERY & THE IRON MAST REMAIN IN SITU. SOME OF THE IRON CARGO & LIQUOR BOTTLES ARE EVIDENT. LENGTH 70MTRS, WIDTH 13MTRS, HT 3.3MTRS. LIES N/S WITH BOWS N. NAMED AS GLENORCHY (POSSIBLY). (WARSHIPS, UBOATS & LINERS - INSS 2012). AMEND WK 3.7MTRS. 10.4.14 LEAST M/B DEPTH 3.88 IN GEN DEPTH 6.4MTRS. LENGTH 69MTRS, WIDTH 13MTRS. (IRISH WK LIST). AMEND WK 3.8MTRS. SEP 2015/000263012 7.3.16 WK 3.725MTRS IN 5316.832N, 0555.991W [WGD]. (GSI IRELAND WK RECORDS, KRY10_01). AMEND TO DW 3.7MTRS IN REVISED POSN.
Circumstances of loss
BUILT OR IRON IN 1868 BY A MCMILLAN & SONS LTD, DUMBARTON. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY ALLAN & GOW (MCGREGOR & GOW), GLASGOW. PASSAGE GREENOCK FOR BOMBAY. DUE TO POOR WEATHER CALLED INTO ROCHESAY AND LAMLASH. GROUNDED ON KISH BANK IN GALE FORCE WINDS & POOR VISIBLIITY.
WRECK MAP LOADING ...
53 16.832 N,5 55.991 W
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FAQ
Where is the GLENORCHY (POSSIBLY) wreck located?
The GLENORCHY (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 53 16.832 N,5 55.991 W.
How deep is the GLENORCHY (POSSIBLY) and where exactly is it located?
The GLENORCHY (POSSIBLY) lies at a depth of about 3.725 meters and is located at coordinates 53 16.832 N,5 55.991 W.
How deep is the seabed around the GLENORCHY (POSSIBLY)?
The seabed around the GLENORCHY (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 6 meters deep.
When did the GLENORCHY (POSSIBLY) sink?
The GLENORCHY (POSSIBLY) sank on Nov 1, 1869.
When was the wreck of the GLENORCHY (POSSIBLY) discovered?
The wreck of the GLENORCHY (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 2011.
What country did the GLENORCHY (POSSIBLY) belong to?
The GLENORCHY (POSSIBLY) belonged to GB.
What cargo was the GLENORCHY (POSSIBLY) carrying?
The GLENORCHY (POSSIBLY) was carrying coal,timber,machinery and mechanical parts.
What was the tonnage of the GLENORCHY (POSSIBLY)?
The GLENORCHY (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 1285 tons.
What type of wreck is the GLENORCHY (POSSIBLY)?
The GLENORCHY (POSSIBLY) is classified as a sailing vessel.
General Comments
WELL BURIED, STBD SIDE DOWN, BOWS N