Milo Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Milo Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		53 34.418 N,0 31.043 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.573633
  • Longitude: 0.517383
Water Depth 16 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MILO
Type sailing vessel
Flag GB
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 5, 1878
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1878
Last Detection Year 1972
Original Source other
Surveying Details SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 14-15M E OF SPURN PT. (GRIMSBY LOSS LIST). POSN 533424N, 003109E FOR FILING ONLY. H3805/72 28.2.72 NOT FOUND DURING DCS3 AREA SEARCH. (SOISS, HI 54/77). AMEND DEAD. NCA. SEP 2014/000180690 19.8.14 NOT LOCATED BY M/B. (GARDLINE, HI 1419). NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 19, 2014

Circumstances of loss

BUILT OF WOOD IN 1874. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY W GUZZWELL. PASSAGE GRIMSBY FOR FISHING GROUNDS AND RETURN. SANK FOLLWING COLLISION WITH UNKNOWN BARQUE. (SIBI). IN COLLISION WITH MIDDLESBROUGH REGISTERED SS 'NORTHUMBERLAND'. (GRIMSBY LOSS LIST).

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FAQ

Where is the MILO wreck located?

The MILO wreck is located at coordinates 53 34.418 N,0 31.043 E.

How deep is the seabed around the MILO?

The seabed around the MILO lies at approximately 16 meters deep.

When did the MILO sink?

The MILO sank on Aug 5, 1878.

When was the wreck of the MILO discovered?

The wreck of the MILO was discovered in 1878.

What country did the MILO belong to?

The MILO belonged to GB.

What cargo was the MILO carrying?

The MILO was carrying ballast.

What type of wreck is the MILO?

The MILO is classified as a sailing vessel.

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