Inchmurren (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Inchmurren (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		56 37.355 N,6 4.063 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 56.622583
  • Longitude: -6.067717
Water Depth -2 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name INCHMURREN (POSSIBLY)
Type lighter
Flag GB
Cargo general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 6, 1895
Bottom Texture Stone
Original Detection Year 1958
Last Detection Year 1972
Original Source naval vessel
Surveying Details H1342/58 20.8.58 STF SHOWN IN 563722N, 060400W [OGB] ON HMS DALRYMPLE SURVEY OF 1957 [K1923]. NC 1836. H1342/58 21.7.72 NO SIGN OF WK. FISHING VESSELS LIE ALONGSIDE PIER HERE TAKING GROUND AT LOW WATER. (LT CDR HEAP, HN DTD JUL '72). AMEND DEAD. BR STD. 28.7.08 DATA RE-ASSESSED. WK WAS POSSIBLY THAT OF THE LIGHTER INCHMURREN. (SHIPWRECKS OF THE W OF SCOTLAND, PUBLISHED 1995). NFA.
Last Amended Date Jul 28, 2008

Circumstances of loss

BUILT OF WOOD. STRANDED ON ROCKS AT LAORIN BAY, N COAST OF MULL, WHILE ATTEMPTING TO DISCHARGE CARGO. WAS REFLOATED & TOWED TO MULL. (SHIPWRECKS OF W OF SCOTLAND).

General Comments

WOODEN HULL

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FAQ

Where is the INCHMURREN (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The INCHMURREN (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 56 37.355 N,6 4.063 W.

When did the INCHMURREN (POSSIBLY) sink?

The INCHMURREN (POSSIBLY) sank on Apr 6, 1895.

When was the wreck of the INCHMURREN (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the INCHMURREN (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1958.

What country did the INCHMURREN (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The INCHMURREN (POSSIBLY) belonged to GB.

What cargo was the INCHMURREN (POSSIBLY) carrying?

The INCHMURREN (POSSIBLY) was carrying general and mixed goods.

What type of wreck is the INCHMURREN (POSSIBLY)?

The INCHMURREN (POSSIBLY) is classified as a lighter.

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