Mort Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Mort Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		53 24.982 N,3 0.548 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.416367
  • Longitude: -3.009133
Wreck Depth 11.7 m
Water Depth 16 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MORT
Type barge
Flag GB
Tonnage 54
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 4, 1883
Original Detection Year 1883
Last Detection Year 2006
Original Source national HO/authority wreck information
Surveying Details 6.10.1883 DISPERSED BY BLASTING BY MDHB 6.10.1883. DEPTH 40FT BELOW LBD. (LIVERPOOL WK RECORDS). SHOWN AS WK 6FMS 4FT ON 3490. H5282/71 24.2.75 H5282/71 24.2.75 INS WK 11.7MTRS [LAT]. (MD & HB 1974). BR STD. HH091/124/01 20.4.06 HH091/124/01 20.4.06 NOT LOCATED. GEN DEPTH 16.3MTRS. (HMSML GLEANER, HI 1124). AMEND DEAD. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Apr 20, 2006

Circumstances of loss

WOODEN HULL. SUNK OFF CLARENCE ROCK AFTER COLLISION.

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FAQ

Where is the MORT wreck located?

The MORT wreck is located at coordinates 53 24.982 N,3 0.548 W.

How deep is the MORT and where exactly is it located?

The MORT lies at a depth of about 11.7 meters and is located at coordinates 53 24.982 N,3 0.548 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MORT?

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

When did the MORT sink?

The MORT sank on Oct 4, 1883.

When was the wreck of the MORT discovered?

The wreck of the MORT was discovered in 1883.

What country did the MORT belong to?

The MORT belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the MORT?

The MORT had a tonnage of 54 tons.

What type of wreck is the MORT?

The MORT is classified as a barge.

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