Maritime record MWX5220 - Barge, Portland Harbour
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Summary
A sprit sailed barge found by Weymouth and Portland BSAC inside Portland Harbour.
Map
Type and Period (2)
Full Description
A barge that sank when it hit the breakwater was found by Weymouth and Portland BSAC inside Portland Harbour. includes sprit sail and Thames barge keel.. (1)
Dive Dorset: 147 p:116: GPS; 50 34.93N; 02 24.84W - Portland Harbour. (2).
Wreck site and archaeological remains:
Wreck in 50 34.93N; 02 24.84W. This unidentified wreck lies about 70m to the north of the remainsof the ENECURI. The vessel is sitting on the sloping breakwater wall, almost at its base. She is a whole vessel complete with propeller. Depth to the deck is 11m. It is possible to enter her holds. Her position is fairly easy to find as there is a large number '86' on the wall, 10 yards to the north. (2)
Sources/Archives (4)
- <1> SWX8707 Digital archive: Le Pard, G. 1995-2003. Dorset Coast Forum Maritime Archaeological Database. 1314.
- <2> SWX1 Monograph: Hinchcliffe, J and V. 1999. Dive Dorset: a diver guide (3rd Edition). 3rd Edition. No 147 p116.
- <3> SDO16406 Monograph: Cumming, E. The Dorset shipwreck and maritime incident directory. 12.
- <4> SDO14739 Digital archive: National Record of the Historic Environment. 1615064.
Finds (0)
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (0)
Location
| Grid reference | SY 70596 74498 (point) Approximate |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SY77SW |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- Legacy UID: Dorset Sites and Monuments Record: 9 000 1323
- Legacy UID: National Monuments Record: SY 77 SW 45
- Legacy UID: National Record of the Historic Environment: 1615064
Record last edited
Mar 26 2024 3:41PM