Miriam B Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Miriam b Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		12 24 N,62 6 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 12.400000
  • Longitude: -62.100000
Water Depth 2700 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MIRIAM B
Type schooner
Flag GB
Length 25.6 m
Cargo foodstuffs: solid,gas
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 12, 1976
Original Detection Year 1976
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 21.12.76 REPD SINKING IN 122400N, 620600W. (LL 20/21.12.76). NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Apr 3, 2006

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE TRINADAD FOR ST LUCIA. ENCOUNTERED HIGH WINDS WHICH TORE DOWN THE SAILS & CHOPPY SEAS WHICH FLOODED THE VESSEL. PUMPS BROKE DOWN RESULTING IN FLOODING IN ENGINE ROOM. THE NEXT DAY THE CREW WERE RESCUED BY PASSING TANKER OFF ST LUCIA. (LL).

General Comments

WOODEN HULL

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FAQ

Where is the MIRIAM B wreck located?

The MIRIAM B wreck is located at coordinates 12 24 N,62 6 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MIRIAM B?

The seabed around the MIRIAM B lies at approximately 2700 meters deep.

When did the MIRIAM B sink?

The MIRIAM B sank on Dec 12, 1976.

When was the wreck of the MIRIAM B discovered?

The wreck of the MIRIAM B was discovered in 1976.

What country did the MIRIAM B belong to?

The MIRIAM B belonged to GB.

What cargo was the MIRIAM B carrying?

The MIRIAM B was carrying foodstuffs: solid,gas.

What type of wreck is the MIRIAM B?

The MIRIAM B is classified as a schooner.

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