Noah (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category distributed remains of wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Noah (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
53 25.252 N,4 19.59 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.420867
  • Longitude: -4.326500
Water Depth 12 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name NOAH (POSSIBLY)
Type tug
Flag GB
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 7, 1884
Original Detection Year 2001
Last Detection Year 2021
Original Source diver
Surveying Details HH208/400/05 17.4.01 DIVED IN 5352.252N, 0419.590W [WGD] USING GPS. THE REMAINS OF A SMALL, WOODEN VESSEL. LIES IN A SANDY GULLEY IN GEN DEPTH 26MTRS AT MID-TIDE. SMALL IRON PROP SHAFT NEARBY. ANCHOR LOCATED, THE SIZE AND PATTERN OF WHICH INDICATE A VESSEL OF SOME 80FT. BROKEN POTTERY LOCATED WHICH IS MARKED 'LIVERPOOL PILOT'. COULD BE 'NOAH'. (E JONES, LTR DTD 9.4.01). INS AS FOUL. BR STD. SEP2022/000028019 26.10.22 NOT LOCATED IN 2021 M/B SURVEY. (CLINTON MARINE SURVEY AB, HI 1507). AMEND DEAD.
Last Amended Date Jan 17, 2023

Circumstances of loss

SINGLE BOILER, COMPOUND EXPANSION ENGINE, SINGLE SHAFT. PASSAGE FROM ALMWCH TO SALVAGE WORK AND RETURN. LOST WHILE CARRYING OUT SALVAGE WORK IN A HUGE EXPLOSION, POSSIBLY WHEN EXPLOSIVES BEING USED WERE ACCIDENTALLY DETONATED.

General Comments

REMAINS OF WOODEN HULL, PROP SHAFT & ANCHOR

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 53 25.252 N,4 19.59 W
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FAQ

Where is the NOAH (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The NOAH (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 53 25.252 N,4 19.59 W.

How deep is the seabed around the NOAH (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the NOAH (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 12 meters deep.

When did the NOAH (POSSIBLY) sink?

The NOAH (POSSIBLY) sank on Apr 7, 1884.

When was the wreck of the NOAH (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the NOAH (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 2001.

What country did the NOAH (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The NOAH (POSSIBLY) belonged to GB.

What cargo was the NOAH (POSSIBLY) carrying?

The NOAH (POSSIBLY) was carrying ballast.

What type of wreck is the NOAH (POSSIBLY)?

The NOAH (POSSIBLY) is classified as a tug.