Merthyr Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Merthyr Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
51 32.527 N,4 8.737 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.542117
  • Longitude: -4.145617
Water Depth 0 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MERTHYR
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 1, 1913
Original Detection Year 1913
Last Detection Year 1989
Original Source other
Surveying Details H3840/86 20.2.89 NOT FOUND. (HMS BEAGLE, HI 359). SEP 2017/000199013 23.1.18 NOT LOCATED IN DATASET. (GARDLINE, HI1502). NFA.
Last Amended Date Jan 23, 2018

Circumstances of loss

FOUNDERED.

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FAQ

Where is the MERTHYR wreck located?

The MERTHYR wreck is located at coordinates 51 32.527 N,4 8.737 W.

When did the MERTHYR sink?

The MERTHYR sank on Jan 1, 1913.

When was the wreck of the MERTHYR discovered?

The wreck of the MERTHYR was discovered in 1913.

What country did the MERTHYR belong to?

The MERTHYR belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the MERTHYR?

The MERTHYR is classified as a steam ship.