Moorview Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Moorview Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 1.386 N,5 40.359 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.023100
  • Longitude: -5.672650
Water Depth 2 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MOORVIEW
Type Cables/Chains/Mooring/Nets/Tackle/Wires
Flag GB
Tonnage 177
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 4, 1920
Original Detection Year 1920
Original Source national HO/authority wreck information
Surveying Details 25.10.72 STRUCK THE RUNNEL STONE IN DENSE FOG. (CORNISH SHIPWRECKS, VOL 1). POSN 500121N, 054018W FOR FILING ONLY. H2590/76 23.3.76 CLOSE INSHORE. NOT SEARCHED FOR. (HMS HECLA, HI 1A/75). NCA.
Last Amended Date Jun 22, 1999

Circumstances of loss

STRUCK THE RUNNELSTONE IN DENSE FOG EN ROUTE BELFAST TO DEVONPORT. ALL OF THE CREW WERE SAVED. (CORNISH SHIPWRECKS, VOL1 P227).

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FAQ

Where is the MOORVIEW wreck located?

The MOORVIEW wreck is located at coordinates 50 1.386 N,5 40.359 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MOORVIEW?

The seabed around the MOORVIEW lies at approximately 2 meters deep.

When did the MOORVIEW sink?

The MOORVIEW sank on Mar 4, 1920.

When was the wreck of the MOORVIEW discovered?

The wreck of the MOORVIEW was discovered in 1920.

What country did the MOORVIEW belong to?

The MOORVIEW belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the MOORVIEW?

The MOORVIEW had a tonnage of 177 tons.

What type of wreck is the MOORVIEW?

The MOORVIEW is classified as a cables/chains/mooring/nets/tackle/wires.

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