M.s.c. Irwell Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
M.s.c. irwell Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		53 1.187 N,5 26.46 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.019783
  • Longitude: -5.441000
Water Depth 76 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name M.S.C. IRWELL
Type dredger
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 2, 1989
Original Detection Year 1989
Original Source naval vessel
Surveying Details HH286/350/01 6.12.89 SUNK IN 530110N, 052624W [OSI] USING DECCA. BASED ON POSN OF RISING DEBRIS AND BUBBLES. IN GEN DEPTH 76MTRS. LEAST E/S DEPTH NOT OBTAINED DUE WEATHER CONDITIONS. (INS CIARA, HN 15.11.89). INS AS NDW. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Jul 28, 2014

Circumstances of loss

28.10.89 EX MANCHESTER SHIP CANAL DREDGER. CAPSIZED WHILE UNDER TOW OF TUG LADY ALMA WHILE ON PASSAGE FROM LIVERPOOL TO SHANNON ON 28.10.89. EVENTUALLY BROKE AWAY FROM TOW AND WAS SUNK BY GUNFIRE FROM INS CIARA.

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 53 1.187 N,5 26.46 W
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FAQ

Where is the M.S.C. IRWELL wreck located?

The M.S.C. IRWELL wreck is located at coordinates 53 1.187 N,5 26.46 W.

How deep is the seabed around the M.S.C. IRWELL?

The seabed around the M.S.C. IRWELL lies at approximately 76 meters deep.

When did the M.S.C. IRWELL sink?

The M.S.C. IRWELL sank on Nov 2, 1989.

When was the wreck of the M.S.C. IRWELL discovered?

The wreck of the M.S.C. IRWELL was discovered in 1989.

What type of wreck is the M.S.C. IRWELL?

The M.S.C. IRWELL is classified as a dredger.

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