Maritime record MWX5001 - Shelf 4
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Summary
The 'Shelf 4' oilrig broke loose from its moorings and ran aground on Portland breakwater. Refloated a week later.
Map
Type and Period (2)
Full Description
The 'Shelf 4' oilrig broke loose from its moorings and ran aground on Portland breakwater. Refloated a week later. (1, 2)
<1> World Wide Web Page http://www.portisle.u-net.com/pihs24.html (Digital archive). SWX9360.
<2> Le Pard, G, 1995-2003, Dorset Coast Forum Maritime Archaeological Database (Digital archive). SWX8707.
Sources/Archives (2)
Finds (0)
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (0)
Location
| Grid reference | SY 70 77 (point) Estimated from sources |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SY77NW |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- Legacy UID: Dorset Sites and Monuments Record: 9 000 1110
Record last edited
May 6 2004 11:16AM
