Maas Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Maas Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 10.285 N,5 38.559 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.171417
  • Longitude: -5.642650
Water Depth 4 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MAAS
Type steam ship
Flag NL
Tonnage 168
Tonnage Type net
Cargo general and mixed goods,timber,oil
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 23, 1857
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1977
Last Detection Year 2011
Original Source unknown
Surveying Details H4919/77 21.11.77 WK LOCATED BY MAGNETOMETER OFF MORVAH CLIFFS. THOUGHT TO BE THE NAAIS (?MAAS). HIDDEN UNDER SAND. (E GILES, 3.11.77). POSN 501015N, 053830W FOR FILING ONLY. 13.12.11 NOT LOCATED BY M/B & MAGNETOMETER. (FUGRO OSAE, HI 1157). AMEND DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Dec 13, 2011

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1855. ONE BOILER, COMPOUND EXPANSION ENGINE, SINGLE SHAFT. PASSAGE CARDIFF FOR ROTTERDAM. STRUCK A ROCK EDGE AND SANK ALMOST IMMEDIATELY. LATER BROKE UP. NO LIVES LOST. (SIBI).

General Comments

HIDDEN UNDER SAND

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FAQ

Where is the MAAS wreck located?

The MAAS wreck is located at coordinates 50 10.285 N,5 38.559 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MAAS?

The seabed around the MAAS lies at approximately 4 meters deep.

When did the MAAS sink?

The MAAS sank on Jun 23, 1857.

When was the wreck of the MAAS discovered?

The wreck of the MAAS was discovered in 1977.

What country did the MAAS belong to?

The MAAS belonged to NL.

What cargo was the MAAS carrying?

The MAAS was carrying general and mixed goods,timber,oil.

What was the tonnage of the MAAS?

The MAAS had a tonnage of 168 tons.

What type of wreck is the MAAS?

The MAAS is classified as a steam ship.

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