Lucy Anderson (Probably) Wreck
| Field |
Value |
| Wreck Category |
non-dangerous wreck |
Lucy anderson (probably) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
|
58 25.737 N,1 23.408 W |
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
|
- Latitude: 58.428950
- Longitude: -1.390133
|
| Wreck Depth |
104 m
|
| Water Depth |
114 m
|
| Water Level Effect |
always under water/submerged |
| Vertical Datum |
Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide |
| Name |
LUCY ANDERSON (PROBABLY) |
|
Type
|
steam ship
|
| Flag |
GB |
| Length |
67.1 m |
| Width |
10.6 m |
| Draught |
4.3 |
| Sonar Length |
60 |
| Shadow Height |
10 |
| Tonnage |
1073 |
| Tonnage Type |
gross |
| Cargo |
coal
|
| Conspic Visual |
not visually conspicuous |
| Conspic Radar |
not radar conspicuous |
| Date Sunk |
Mar 12, 1917
|
| Original Detection Year |
1917 |
| Last Detection Year |
1979 |
| Original Source |
unknown |
| Last Amended Date |
Oct 2, 2002 |
Simplified Wreck Survey
Underwater wreck details for Lucy Anderson (probably). This maritime obstruction is located at coordinates 58 25.737 N, 1 23.408 W, situated off the coast near Noss Head, Wick, in the North Sea. The wreck site was confirmed in 1979 using Pulse 8 positioning. Structural details of the wreckage indicate a vessel length of 60 meters with a height of 10 meters rising from the seabed. The general depth of the surrounding area is 114 meters, with the shallowest point of the wreck measured at 104 meters depth. The site is identified in hydrographic records as a non-dangerous wreck with the position accurately surveyed. Historical records previously listed the vessel as a sinking position near Wick before being located and verified by Decca Survey Ltd. The site remains a significant underwater obstruction for mariners navigating these North Sea waters.
Surveying Details
13.3.17 13.3.17 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 582640N, 011800W. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). H8203/19 H8203/19 SUNK 55M ESE FROM NOSS HD, WICK. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). H3875/26 18.6.26 H3875/26 18.6.26 INS AS NDW (1917) (PD). BR STD. H1357/62 27.3.62 H1357/62 27.3.62 AMEND TO NDW PA. NC 1942. 21.8.78 21.8.78 AMEND TO WK USC PA 87MTRS. (TONNAGE KNOWN). NC 115. H3227/78 11.1.79 H3227/78 11.1.79 WK LOCATED IN 582546.6N, 012318.5W [EUR] USING PULSE 8. LENGTH 60MTRS, HEIGHT 10MTRS. GEN DEPTH 114MTRS. (MR WILLIAMS, DECCA SURVEY LTD, GT YARMOUTH, TELECON 3.1.79). AMEND TO WK 104MTRS IN REVISED POSN. BR STD.
Circumstances of loss
BUILT IN 1904 BY WOOD SKINNER & CO LTD. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY ROBERTS & COOPER LTD. TORPEDOED AND SUNK BY GUNFIRE FROM A SUBMARINE AND U-44. 2 X SCREW, TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINES OF 133HP. MACHINERY BY NE MARINE ENG CO LTD, NEWCASTLE. PASSAGE HARTLEPOOL FOR GOTHENBURG. CREW RECOVERED BY SS ST.CLAIR. (SIBI).
WRECK MAP LOADING ...
58 25.737 N,1 23.408 W
Lucy Anderson (Probably) on Wreck Map
Lucy Anderson (Probably) Wreck on Google Map
FAQ
Where is the LUCY ANDERSON (PROBABLY) wreck located?
The LUCY ANDERSON (PROBABLY) wreck is located at coordinates 58 25.737 N,1 23.408 W.
How deep is the LUCY ANDERSON (PROBABLY) and where exactly is it located?
The LUCY ANDERSON (PROBABLY) lies at a depth of about 104 meters and is located at coordinates 58 25.737 N,1 23.408 W.
How deep is the seabed around the LUCY ANDERSON (PROBABLY)?
The seabed around the LUCY ANDERSON (PROBABLY) lies at approximately 114 meters deep.
When did the LUCY ANDERSON (PROBABLY) sink?
The LUCY ANDERSON (PROBABLY) sank on Mar 12, 1917.
When was the wreck of the LUCY ANDERSON (PROBABLY) discovered?
The wreck of the LUCY ANDERSON (PROBABLY) was discovered in 1917.
What country did the LUCY ANDERSON (PROBABLY) belong to?
The LUCY ANDERSON (PROBABLY) belonged to GB.
What cargo was the LUCY ANDERSON (PROBABLY) carrying?
The LUCY ANDERSON (PROBABLY) was carrying coal.
What was the tonnage of the LUCY ANDERSON (PROBABLY)?
The LUCY ANDERSON (PROBABLY) had a tonnage of 1073 tons.
What type of wreck is the LUCY ANDERSON (PROBABLY)?
The LUCY ANDERSON (PROBABLY) is classified as a steam ship.