Mangalore (Part Of)(Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Obstruction Category foul ground
Mangalore (part of)(possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		53 35.168 N,0 4.574 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.586133
  • Longitude: 0.076233
Wreck Depth 11.3 m
Water Depth 12 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MANGALORE (PART OF)(POSSIBLY)
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 146.4 m
Width 19.4 m
Draught 10.8
Orientation 110
Tonnage 8886
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo foodstuffs: solid,general and mixed goods,natural fibres and materials in general: unprocessed and products,ore
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 24, 1939
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1939
Last Detection Year 2012
Original Source national HO/authority wreck information
Surveying Details H0193/39 1.12.39 H0193/39 1.12.39 ST LIES 288DEGS, 1.5M FROM SPURN LT HO. (TH). - PFNM 2732/39. H0146/39 27.12.39 H0146/39 27.12.39 ST LIES 288DEGS, 1.5M FROM SPURN LT HO, MASTS AND SUPERSTRUCTURE SHOWING. MARKED BY G SPH BUOY CLOSE NW. (CASUALTY LIST, 10.12.39). - FNM 2882/39. H0146/39 2.2.40 H0146/39 2.2.40 ST LIES 287DEGS, 1.57M FROM SPURN LT HO. (HUMBER CONSERVANCY BOARD). - FNM 167/40. H0193/39 14.3.40 H0193/39 14.3.40 ST LIES 286DEGS, 1.5M FROM SPURN LT HO. MARKED BY G SPH BUOYS CLOSE NW & SE. (ADMIRALTY). - NM 663/40. H0193/39 17.6.46 H0193/39 17.6.46 ST NOW MARKED BY G SPH LT BUOY, FLG, 135DEGS 1C FROM WK. (HUMBER NM 25/46). - NM 2024/46. H4984/47 30.7.47 H4984/47 30.7.47 FIXED AS A DRYING WK DURING 1946 SURVEY. AN EXTENSIVE SWEEP WAS CARRIED OUT 0-2FT ABOVE THE BOTTOM & NO TRACE WAS FOUND. THE DEEP SCOURS SHOWN ON 1946 SURVEY HAVE DISAPPEARED & NOW THERE IS GEN SEA DEPTH OF 46FT IN 533509N, 000436E (OR 285DEGS, 1.603M FROM SPURN PT LT HO). (HMS SCOTT, JUNE 1947). - NM 2004/47. H0193/39 31.10.47 H0193/39 31.10.47 LT BUOY REMOVED. (HUMBER NM 53/47). - NM 2869/47. 15.3.62 15.3.62 NOW CHARTED AS FOUL. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). NE 1188. 16.9.77 16.9.77 SHOWN AS FOUL ON BTDB SURVEY K5557 [1976]. HH091/178/01 3.3.08 HH091/178/01 3.3.08 NOT LOCATED BY M/B. PROBABLY COVERED BY SEABED. (HMSML GLEANER, HI 1178). DELETE. BR STD. 30.1.13 30.1.13 LOCATED IN 5335.168N, 0004.574E [WGD]. LEAST M/B DEPTH 11.31MTRS. (SDC BATHY REPROCESSING OF HI 1400, HMSML GLEANER). PROBABLY DEBRIS. INS AS FOUL 11.3MTRS.
Last Amended Date Jan 30, 2013

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1920 BY C CONNELL & CO LTD, GLASGOW. ONWED AT TIME OF LOSS BY T & J BROCKLEBANK LTD. TWO BOILERS, TURBINE ENGINES OF 1147HP. ?TWIN SHAFT. PASSAGE CALCUTTA FOR LONDON & HULL TO THE TEES. GENERAL CARGO OF 1750 TONS MANGANESE ORE, GUNNIES, ANIMAL MEAL, DESICCATED COCONUT, JUTE & BONES. MINED & SANK 1.5M OFF SPURN LT HO.

General Comments

PROBABLE WRECKAGE

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 53 35.168 N,0 4.574 E
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FAQ

Where is the MANGALORE (PART OF)(POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The MANGALORE (PART OF)(POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 53 35.168 N,0 4.574 E.

How deep is the MANGALORE (PART OF)(POSSIBLY) and where exactly is it located?

The MANGALORE (PART OF)(POSSIBLY) lies at a depth of about 11.3 meters and is located at coordinates 53 35.168 N,0 4.574 E.

How deep is the seabed around the MANGALORE (PART OF)(POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the MANGALORE (PART OF)(POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 12 meters deep.

When did the MANGALORE (PART OF)(POSSIBLY) sink?

The MANGALORE (PART OF)(POSSIBLY) sank on Nov 24, 1939.

When was the wreck of the MANGALORE (PART OF)(POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the MANGALORE (PART OF)(POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1939.

What country did the MANGALORE (PART OF)(POSSIBLY) belong to?

The MANGALORE (PART OF)(POSSIBLY) belonged to GB.

What cargo was the MANGALORE (PART OF)(POSSIBLY) carrying?

The MANGALORE (PART OF)(POSSIBLY) was carrying foodstuffs: solid,general and mixed goods,natural fibres and materials in general: unprocessed and products,ore.

What was the tonnage of the MANGALORE (PART OF)(POSSIBLY)?

The MANGALORE (PART OF)(POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 8886 tons.

What type of wreck is the MANGALORE (PART OF)(POSSIBLY)?

The MANGALORE (PART OF)(POSSIBLY) is classified as a steam ship.

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