Blue Mink Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Blue mink Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 17.035 N,3 56.103 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.283917
  • Longitude: -3.935050
Water Depth 11 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BLUE MINK
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Length 8.5 m
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 30, 1981
Original Detection Year 1981
Last Detection Year 1995
Original Source naval vessel
Surveying Details H4287/77 5.5.81 SANK IN 501700.3N, 035601.5W. (HMS ALACRITY SIG DTD 30.4.81). WILL SOON BREAK UP. POSN FOR FILING ONLY. HH090/594/01 17.1.95 NOT LOCATED. POSSIBLY OUTSIDE AREA. (HMSML GLEANER, HI 594). AMENDED TO DEAD.
Last Amended Date Sep 12, 2014

Circumstances of loss

30.4.81 REPORTED ON ROCKS AT BEACON POINT. LATER SANK. (BRIXHAM CG MRCC).

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FAQ

Where is the BLUE MINK wreck located?

The BLUE MINK wreck is located at coordinates 50 17.035 N,3 56.103 W.

How deep is the seabed around the BLUE MINK?

The seabed around the BLUE MINK lies at approximately 11 meters deep.

When did the BLUE MINK sink?

The BLUE MINK sank on Apr 30, 1981.

When was the wreck of the BLUE MINK discovered?

The wreck of the BLUE MINK was discovered in 1981.

What country did the BLUE MINK belong to?

The BLUE MINK belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the BLUE MINK?

The BLUE MINK is classified as a fishing vessel.

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