Strath Carrion (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Strath carrion (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 12.778 N,6 0.575 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.212967
  • Longitude: -6.009583
Wreck Depth 87 m
Water Depth 92 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name STRATH CARRION (POSSIBLY)
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 114.5 m
Width 15.9 m
Draught 7.7
Sonar Length 35
Shadow Height 4.8
Tonnage 4347
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 8, 1915
Scour Dimensions ,,001.0,
Original Detection Year 1915
Last Detection Year 1980
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Surveying Details SUNK 60 MILES W OF LUNDY I. (WW1SL). NCA. H3251/80 13.10.80 H3251/80 13.10.80 EXAM'D 28.2.80 IN 511245.5N, 060031W [OGB] USING HIFIX [2 LOP]. LEAST E/S DEPTH 87 IN GEN DEPTH 92MTRS. SCOUR 1MTR DEEP. LENGTH APPROX 35MTRS. DCS3 HT 4.8MTRS. ORIENTATION NOT OBTAINED. SMALL MAGNETIC ANOMALY. (HMS FAWN, HI 56A/79). BR STD.
Last Amended Date Apr 27, 2000

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1912 BY GREENOCK & GRANGEMOUTH DOCKYARD CO, GREENOCK. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY STRATH CARRION SS CO LTD, GLASGOW. FOUR BOILERS, TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 21 NHP, SINGLE SHAFT. PASSAGE BARRY DOCK FOR ZANZIBAR. TORPEDOED BY U-35. (LLWW1, WW1SL & SIBI).

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FAQ

Where is the STRATH CARRION (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The STRATH CARRION (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 51 12.778 N,6 0.575 W.

How deep is the STRATH CARRION (POSSIBLY) and where exactly is it located?

The STRATH CARRION (POSSIBLY) lies at a depth of about 87 meters and is located at coordinates 51 12.778 N,6 0.575 W.

How deep is the seabed around the STRATH CARRION (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the STRATH CARRION (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 92 meters deep.

When did the STRATH CARRION (POSSIBLY) sink?

The STRATH CARRION (POSSIBLY) sank on Jun 8, 1915.

When was the wreck of the STRATH CARRION (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the STRATH CARRION (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1915.

What country did the STRATH CARRION (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The STRATH CARRION (POSSIBLY) belonged to GB.

What cargo was the STRATH CARRION (POSSIBLY) carrying?

The STRATH CARRION (POSSIBLY) was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the STRATH CARRION (POSSIBLY)?

The STRATH CARRION (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 4347 tons.

What type of wreck is the STRATH CARRION (POSSIBLY)?

The STRATH CARRION (POSSIBLY) is classified as a steam ship.

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