Kilmarnock (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Obstruction Category foul ground
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Kilmarnock (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		53 32.419 N,0 58.508 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.540317
  • Longitude: 0.975133
Water Depth 30 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name KILMARNOCK (POSSIBLY)
Type trawler
Flag GB
Length 31.8 m
Width 6.4 m
Draught 3.2
Tonnage 165
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 22, 1914
Original Detection Year 1914
Last Detection Year 2011
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Oct 7, 2011

Simplified Wreck Survey

Underwater wreck site of the KILMARNOCK (POSSIBLY), located off the coast of England near Spurn Point in the North Sea at coordinates 53 32.419 N, 0 58.508 E, historically recorded as mined in the area but noted in recent hydrographic surveys as not located with no significant contact observed.

Surveying Details

MINED 31 MILES E OF SPURN POINT. (GRIMSBY LOSS LIST). POSN 533418N, 005824E, APPROX. H4465/81 21.11.83 LOCATED ON 24.2.83 IN 533224N, 005837E [OGB] USING HIFIX [2 LOP]. NO CLOSE SOUNDING CARRIED OUT, BUT NO E/S DEPTH OBTAINED DURING INTERLINING. DEBRIS OR BOTTOM FEATURE. (HMS BEAGLE, HI 74). INS AS FOUL. BR STD. HH100/351/02 1.12.89 NO SIGNIFICANT CONTACT OBSERVED IN THIS POSN. (HYDROSEARCH ASSOC. LTD, 13.11.89). NCA. 7.10.11 NOT LOCATED BY M/B. (NETSURVEY, HI 1358). DELETE. BR STD.

Circumstances of loss

BUILT BY MACKIE & THOMPSON, GLASGOW. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY CONSOLIDATED FISHING & ICE CO LTD. ONE BOILER, TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 45HP, SINGLE SHAFT. PASSAGE GRIMSBY FOR FISHING AND RETURN. MINED. CREW OF 6 LOST.

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 53 32.419 N,0 58.508 E
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FAQ

Where is the KILMARNOCK (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The KILMARNOCK (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 53 32.419 N,0 58.508 E.

How deep is the seabed around the KILMARNOCK (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the KILMARNOCK (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 30 meters deep.

When did the KILMARNOCK (POSSIBLY) sink?

The KILMARNOCK (POSSIBLY) sank on Sep 22, 1914.

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

The wreck of the KILMARNOCK (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1914.

What country did the KILMARNOCK (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The KILMARNOCK (POSSIBLY) belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the KILMARNOCK (POSSIBLY)?

The KILMARNOCK (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 165 tons.

What type of wreck is the KILMARNOCK (POSSIBLY)?

The KILMARNOCK (POSSIBLY) is classified as a trawler.

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