Vesta Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Vesta Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
53 22.799 N,2 59.381 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.379983
  • Longitude: -2.989683
Wreck Depth 9.3 m
Water Depth 9 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name VESTA
Type barge
Flag GB
Tonnage 60
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 1, 1906
Original Detection Year 1906
Last Detection Year 1994
Original Source national HO/authority wreck information
Surveying Details 7.12.1906 DISPERSED BY BLASTING BY MDHB ON 7.12.1906. DEPTH 32FT BELOW LBD. (LIVERPOOL WK RECORDS). SHOWN ON 3490 3477 AS WK 5FMS 2FT. H5282/71 24.2.75 H5282/71 24.2.75 WK 9.3MTRS SHOWN IN 532247N, 025918W ON MERSEY SURVEY. (MERSEY DOCKS & HARBOUR BOARD 1974). NC 3490 & 3477. BR STD. HH206/260/01 12.4.94 HH206/260/01 12.4.94 NOT SHOWN ON MERSEY SURVEY 35-1, BETWEEN LINES OF SOUNDINGS. (MERSEY DOCKS & HARBOURS COMPANY 5.11.93). NCA.
Last Amended Date May 10, 1977

Circumstances of loss

SANK ABOUT 770YDS ABOUT SW BY W (MAG) FROM THE S PIERHEAD, TOXTETH DOCK.

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 53 22.799 N,2 59.381 W
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FAQ

Where is the VESTA wreck located?

The VESTA wreck is located at coordinates 53 22.799 N,2 59.381 W.

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

The VESTA lies at a depth of about 9.3 meters and is located at coordinates 53 22.799 N,2 59.381 W.

How deep is the seabed around the VESTA?

The seabed around the VESTA lies at approximately 9 meters deep.

When did the VESTA sink?

The VESTA sank on Dec 1, 1906.

When was the wreck of the VESTA discovered?

The wreck of the VESTA was discovered in 1906.

What country did the VESTA belong to?

The VESTA belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the VESTA?

The VESTA had a tonnage of 60 tons.

What type of wreck is the VESTA?

The VESTA is classified as a barge.