Mareca Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Mareca Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 35.027 N,4 58.065 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.583783
  • Longitude: -4.967750
Water Depth 40 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MARECA
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 91.4 m
Width 11.3 m
Draught 7
Tonnage 2211
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 21, 1898
Original Detection Year 1971
Last Detection Year 2010
Original Source other
Surveying Details 2.3.71 2.3.71 WRECKED WEST OF ST GOVANS HEAD IN APPROX POSN 513500N, 045800W. POSN FOR FILING ONLY. 6.12.11 6.12.11 NOT LOCATED 4.10 USING M/B. (FUGRO OSAE, HI 1328). AMEND DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1882 BY PALMERS' SHIPBUILDING & IRON CO, JARROW, NEWCASTLE. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY MARECA SHIPPING CO LTD. THREE BOILERS, COMPOUND EXPANSION ENGINE OF 231 NHP, SINGLE SHAFT. PASSAGE CORK FOR NEWPORT, MONMOUTHSHIRE. STRANDED IN SW FORCE 3. (SIBI).

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FAQ

Where is the MARECA wreck located?

The MARECA wreck is located at coordinates 51 35.027 N,4 58.065 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MARECA?

The seabed around the MARECA lies at approximately 40 meters deep.

When did the MARECA sink?

The MARECA sank on Jan 21, 1898.

When was the wreck of the MARECA discovered?

The wreck of the MARECA was discovered in 1971.

What country did the MARECA belong to?

The MARECA belonged to GB.

What cargo was the MARECA carrying?

The MARECA was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the MARECA?

The MARECA had a tonnage of 2211 tons.

What type of wreck is the MARECA?

The MARECA is classified as a steam ship.

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