Ponce Wreck

Field Value
Obstruction Category foul ground
Ponce Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
53 30.731 N,3 7.43 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.512183
  • Longitude: -3.123833
Water Depth 1 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name PONCE
Type steam ship
Tonnage 632
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1878
Last Detection Year 1987
Original Source local port authority
Surveying Details DISPERSED BY BLASTING BY MDHB. DEPTH 21FT BELOW LBD. (LIVERPOOL WK RECORDS). 26.3.75 26.3.75 NOT SHOWN K3500 NO 10. 1.9.87 1.9.87 SHOWN AS WKG ON MDHC PLOT M1027/2. INS AS FOUL IN 533043N, 030721W. NE 1951.
Last Amended Date Sep 25, 1987

Circumstances of loss

SUNK ABOUT 150FMS W BY S FROM CROSBY LTV AFTER COLLISION WITH THE SHIP 'BARING BROTHERS'.

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 53 30.731 N,3 7.43 W
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FAQ

Where is the PONCE wreck located?

The PONCE wreck is located at coordinates 53 30.731 N,3 7.43 W.

How deep is the seabed around the PONCE?

The seabed around the PONCE lies at approximately 1 meter deep.

When was the wreck of the PONCE discovered?

The wreck of the PONCE was discovered in 1878.

What was the tonnage of the PONCE?

The PONCE had a tonnage of 632 tons.

What type of wreck is the PONCE?

The PONCE is classified as a steam ship.