Bathsheba Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Bathsheba Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		56 9.993 N,5 36.065 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 56.166550
  • Longitude: -5.601083
Water Depth 50 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BATHSHEBA
Type fishing vessel
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 22, 1980
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1980
Last Detection Year 2014
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Surveying Details

H1270/79 23.12.80 H1270/79 23.12.80 REPD SUNK IN APPROX 0.5M NE HUTCHESON RK, LOCH MELFORT, IN 30FMS. (MRSC OBAN, TLX DTD 22.12.80). POSN LATER CONFIRMED AS 561000N, 053600W. (MRSC OBAN, TLX DTD 22.12.80). INS AS NDW PA. BR STD. 8.9.07 8.9.07 EUT POSN: 5609.993N, 0536.065W. NE 2326. 16.54.14 16.54.14 NOT SHOWN IN M/B DATA. (INIS HYDRO, HI 1354, BDC). AMEND DEAD.

Circumstances of loss

TOOK WATER BUT PUMPS BLOCKED. WENT DOWN QUICKLY. CREW TOOK TO LIFERAFT. (OBAN MRSC)

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FAQ

Where is the BATHSHEBA wreck located?

The BATHSHEBA wreck is located at coordinates 56 9.993 N,5 36.065 W.

How deep is the seabed around the BATHSHEBA?

The seabed around the BATHSHEBA lies at approximately 50 meters deep.

When did the BATHSHEBA sink?

The BATHSHEBA sank on Dec 22, 1980.

When was the wreck of the BATHSHEBA discovered?

The wreck of the BATHSHEBA was discovered in 1980.

What type of wreck is the BATHSHEBA?

The BATHSHEBA is classified as a fishing vessel.

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