Alex Watt Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Alex watt Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		57 42.68 N,6 19.265 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 57.711333
  • Longitude: -6.321083
Water Depth 2 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ALEX WATT
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Tonnage 25
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Bottom Texture Rock
Original Detection Year 2000
Last Detection Year 2011
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Jan 12, 2011

Surveying Details

24.1.00 BROKE DOWN IN 5742.7N, 0619.2W. CREW RECOVERED BY HELICOPTER. LATER FOUND TO BE HARD AGROUND AND HOLED IN THE PORT SIDE BELOW THE WATERLINE. (LL, 27.6.00). FINAL STRANDING POSN NOT STATED. POSN 5742.7N, 0619.2W FOR FILING ONLY. 12.1.11 NOT LOCATED BY M/B. (NETSURVEY, HI 1331). AMEND DEAD. NCA.

Circumstances of loss

BUILT 1965. BROKE DOWN AND DRIFTED ONTO ROCKS AT RUBHA HUNISH. VESSEL SHOT NETS IN ATTEMPT TO HALT DRIFT BUT WAS UNSUCCESFUL. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the ALEX WATT wreck located?

The ALEX WATT wreck is located at coordinates 57 42.68 N,6 19.265 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ALEX WATT?

The seabed around the ALEX WATT lies at approximately 2 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the ALEX WATT discovered?

The wreck of the ALEX WATT was discovered in 2000.

What country did the ALEX WATT belong to?

The ALEX WATT belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the ALEX WATT?

The ALEX WATT had a tonnage of 25 tons.

What type of wreck is the ALEX WATT?

The ALEX WATT is classified as a fishing vessel.

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