Asa Ii Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Asa ii Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		62 8 N,6 44.5 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 62.133333
  • Longitude: -6.741667
Water Depth 64 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ASA II
Type dredger
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 16, 1976
Original Detection Year 1976
Last Detection Year 2023
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Sep 5, 2023

Surveying Details

4.5.76 DESPITE SEVERAL EFFORTS TO RAISE, VESSEL IS STILL SUBMERGED. (LL 3.5.76). 29.7.76 NOT REFLOATED & NO FURTHER ATTEMPTS TO LIFT WILL BE MADE. WILL BE TOWED TO DEEP WATER. (LL 29.7.76). FOR FILING ONLY. NCA.

Circumstances of loss

SANK UNEXPECTEDLY WHILE LOADED WITH BOULDERS DURING NIGHT WHILE LYING AT QUAY AT HULKIN STRENDUR. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the ASA II wreck located?

The ASA II wreck is located at coordinates 62 8 N,6 44.5 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ASA II?

The seabed around the ASA II lies at approximately 64 meters deep.

When did the ASA II sink?

The ASA II sank on Mar 16, 1976.

When was the wreck of the ASA II discovered?

The wreck of the ASA II was discovered in 1976.

What type of wreck is the ASA II?

The ASA II is classified as a dredger.

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