Leerdam Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status lifted
Leerdam Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		54 19.525 N,4 22.306 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 54.325417
  • Longitude: -4.371767
Water Depth 2 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name LEERDAM
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 33.2 m
Width 6.4 m
Draught 3.4
Tonnage 171
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo stone
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 14, 1923
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1923
Last Detection Year 1983
Original Source unknown
Surveying Details H499/23 H499/23 WK SANK AT N PIER ENTRANCE TO RAMSEY. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED) NCA, POSN 541931N, 042214W FOR FILING ONLY. H2059/82 9.12.83 H2059/82 9.12.83 SANK JUST OFF N PIER OF THE ENTRANCE. BROKEN UP IN SITU AND CARGO SALVAGED. (HMS BULLDOG, HI 130). AMENDED TO LIFT.
Last Amended Date Jan 12, 2001

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, BUILT 1902 REGISTERED IN GUERNSEY, ON PASSAGE BELFAST TO PRESTON GROUNDED ON BEACH OFF POINT OF AYRE IN WESTERLY WIND. REFLOATED AND TAKEN IN TOW BUT STARTED TAKING IN WATER AND SUNK BY STERN JUST OFF N PIER, RAMSEY HBR. BROKEN UP IN GALES, TENDERS INVITED FOR REMAINS. (DICTIONARY OF SHIPWRECKS OFF ISLE OF MAN, A. CORKILL)

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FAQ

Where is the LEERDAM wreck located?

The LEERDAM wreck is located at coordinates 54 19.525 N,4 22.306 W.

How deep is the seabed around the LEERDAM?

The seabed around the LEERDAM lies at approximately 2 meters deep.

When did the LEERDAM sink?

The LEERDAM sank on Jan 14, 1923.

When was the wreck of the LEERDAM discovered?

The wreck of the LEERDAM was discovered in 1923.

What country did the LEERDAM belong to?

The LEERDAM belonged to GB.

What cargo was the LEERDAM carrying?

The LEERDAM was carrying stone.

What was the tonnage of the LEERDAM?

The LEERDAM had a tonnage of 171 tons.

What type of wreck is the LEERDAM?

The LEERDAM is classified as a steam ship.

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