St Oran Wreck
| Field |
Value |
| Wreck Category |
non-dangerous wreck |
St oran Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
|
55 17.667 N,4 56.652 W |
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
|
- Latitude: 55.294450
- Longitude: -4.944200
|
| Wreck Depth |
41 m
|
| Water Depth |
48 m
|
| Water Level Effect |
always under water/submerged |
| Vertical Datum |
Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide |
| Name |
ST ORAN |
|
Type
|
steam ship
|
| Flag |
GB |
| Length |
37.2 m |
| Width |
6.6 m |
| Draught |
2.8 |
| Sonar Length |
65 |
| Shadow Height |
6.5 |
| Orientation |
50 |
| Tonnage |
237 |
| Tonnage Type |
gross |
| Cargo |
coal
|
| Conspic Visual |
not visually conspicuous |
| Conspic Radar |
not radar conspicuous |
| Date Sunk |
Dec 30, 1920
|
| Original Detection Year |
1920 |
| Last Detection Year |
1993 |
| Original Source |
Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports |
| Last Amended Date |
Oct 27, 2000 |
Simplified Wreck Survey
The wreck of the SS St Oran lies in the Firth of Clyde between Ailsa Craig and Turnberry, Scotland, at coordinates 55 17.667 N, 4 56.652 W. This British steamship, which sank on December 31, 1920, following a collision while carrying a cargo of coal, remains a significant underwater obstruction. Surveys of the site confirm the vessel is approximately 65 meters in length with an intact hull structure lying on a heading of 050/230 degrees. The wreck sits at a depth of 41.3 meters in a general depth of 48 meters, with the seabed composed of fine sand and grey mud. Historical identification of the site was confirmed following the recovery of the ship's bell. The wreck serves as a notable navigational feature in the region.
Surveying Details
H7551/68 17.1.69 WK LOCATED 22.5.68 IN 551739N, 045637W [OGB] USING HSA. LEAST E/S DEPTH 132 IN GEN DEPTH 160FT. SCOUR DEPTH 162FT. SEABED FINE SAND, GREY MUD. (HMS HYDRA, HI 27/68). INS AS WK 22FMS. BR STD. 13.6.73 AMEND TO WK 40MTRS. NC 2199. H2579/76 12.5.81 EXAM'D 27.11.80 IN 551740N, 045635W [OGB] USING TRISPONDER [2 LOP]. LEAST E/S DEPTH 41.3 IN GEN DEPTH 48MTRS. NO SCOUR. DCS3 HT 6.3MTRS, LENGTH 65MTRS, APPROX. INTACT, LYING 050/230 DEG. (HMS HERALD, HI 9/80). AMEND TO WK 41MTRS. BR STD. HH100/351/07 27.9.93 THIS WK REPORTED TO HAVE BEEN IDENTIFIED AS THE BRITISH SS ST ORAN WHICH SANK 31.12.1920 FOLLOWING A COLLISION. BELL RECOVERED. SHE WAS CARRYING COAL AND SANK BETWEEN AILSA CRAIG AND TURNBERRY. (I G WHITTAKER, 17.9.93).
Circumstances of loss
BUILT IN 1911 OF STEEL BY SCOTT & SONS OF BOWLING. SINGLE BOILER, COMPOUND EXPANSION ENGINE OF 35 HP, SINGLE SCREW. MACHINERY AFT. PASSAGE TROON FOR LARNE. CARGO COAL. FOUNDERED FOLLOWING A COLLISION.
WRECK MAP LOADING ...
55 17.667 N,4 56.652 W
St Oran on Wreck Map
St Oran Wreck on Google Map
FAQ
Where is the ST ORAN wreck located?
The ST ORAN wreck is located at coordinates 55 17.667 N,4 56.652 W.
How deep is the ST ORAN and where exactly is it located?
The ST ORAN lies at a depth of about 41 meters and is located at coordinates 55 17.667 N,4 56.652 W.
How deep is the seabed around the ST ORAN?
The seabed around the ST ORAN lies at approximately 48 meters deep.
When did the ST ORAN sink?
The ST ORAN sank on Dec 30, 1920.
When was the wreck of the ST ORAN discovered?
The wreck of the ST ORAN was discovered in 1920.
What country did the ST ORAN belong to?
The ST ORAN belonged to GB.
What cargo was the ST ORAN carrying?
The ST ORAN was carrying coal.
What was the tonnage of the ST ORAN?
The ST ORAN had a tonnage of 237 tons.
What type of wreck is the ST ORAN?
The ST ORAN is classified as a steam ship.