Maggie Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Maggie Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
52 31.52 N,5 55.81 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 52.525333
  • Longitude: -5.930167
Water Depth 62 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MAGGIE
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 36.7 m
Width 6.9 m
Draught 3
Tonnage 269
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 17, 1915
Original Detection Year 1915
Last Detection Year 1976
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Surveying Details 3.2.71 3.2.71 SUNK 8 MILES E FROM S FROM ARKLOW LT VESSEL (TAKEN TO BE S BY E 170 DEGS). (WW1SL). POSN 523130N, 055545W FOR FILING ONLY. H1950/76 *H1950/76 NOT LOCATED. (HMS BEAGLE, HI 40/80). NCA.
Last Amended Date Jun 17, 2003

Circumstances of loss

BUILT BY SCOTT & SONS, BOWLING. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY JAMES HENRY MONKS LTD (PRESTON). ONE BOILER, COMPOUND EXPANSION ENGINE OF 64HP, SINGLE SHAFT. MACHINERY AFT BY AITCHISON, BLAIR & CO, GLASGOW. PASSAGE YOUGHAL FOR FLEETWOOD. CAPTURED BY SUBMARINE & SUNK BY GUNFIRE 8 MILES E FROM S FROM ARKLOW LT. (WW1SL & SII).

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FAQ

Where is the MAGGIE wreck located?

The MAGGIE wreck is located at coordinates 52 31.52 N,5 55.81 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MAGGIE?

The seabed around the MAGGIE lies at approximately 62 meters deep.

When did the MAGGIE sink?

The MAGGIE sank on Aug 17, 1915.

When was the wreck of the MAGGIE discovered?

The wreck of the MAGGIE was discovered in 1915.

What country did the MAGGIE belong to?

The MAGGIE belonged to GB.

What cargo was the MAGGIE carrying?

The MAGGIE was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the MAGGIE?

The MAGGIE had a tonnage of 269 tons.

What type of wreck is the MAGGIE?

The MAGGIE is classified as a steam ship.