Orion Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Orion Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		54 50.454 N,5 7.267 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 54.840900
  • Longitude: -5.121117
Wreck Depth -2.2 m
Water Depth 0 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ORION
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 899
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 19, 1850
Bottom Texture Rock
Original Detection Year 1989
Last Detection Year 2017
Original Source national HO/authority wreck information
Surveying Details 14.4.89 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 250 FT NW OF PORTPATRICK HBR ENTRANCE. (BSAC WK REGISTER SUPPT). SEE ALSO [5169]. NCA, POSN 545027N, 050712W FOR FILING ONLY. SEP 2017/000034083 28.6.17 NOT LOCATED IN M/B DATASET. (MMT, HI1508). AMEND DEAD.
Last Amended Date Jun 28, 2017
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FAQ

Where is the ORION wreck located?

The ORION wreck is located at coordinates 54 50.454 N,5 7.267 W.

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

The ORION lies at a depth of about -2.2 meters and is located at coordinates 54 50.454 N,5 7.267 W.

When did the ORION sink?

The ORION sank on Jun 19, 1850.

When was the wreck of the ORION discovered?

The wreck of the ORION was discovered in 1989.

What country did the ORION belong to?

The ORION belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the ORION?

The ORION had a tonnage of 899 tons.

What type of wreck is the ORION?

The ORION is classified as a steam ship.

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