Blueback Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Blueback Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		47 32 N,52 39 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 47.533333
  • Longitude: -52.650000
Water Depth 30 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BLUEBACK
Type fishing vessel
Flag CA
Tonnage 77
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 13, 1977
Original Detection Year 1977
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 7.3.77 7.3.77 ON BOTTOM NEAR SHORE OFF BLACK HEAD, TOTALLY DESTROYED. (LL 17.2.77 & 7.3.77). POSN 473200N, 523900W FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Jan 8, 2009

Circumstances of loss

BUILT OF WOOD. CAUGHT FIRE IN ST JOHN'S, TOWED OUT OF HARBOUR BY TUGS. EXPLODED & WAS SET DRIFT IN FRESH WATER BAY, LATER SINKING OFF BLACK HEAD. (LL).

General Comments

WOODEN HULL

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FAQ

Where is the BLUEBACK wreck located?

The BLUEBACK wreck is located at coordinates 47 32 N,52 39 W.

How deep is the seabed around the BLUEBACK?

The seabed around the BLUEBACK lies at approximately 30 meters deep.

When did the BLUEBACK sink?

The BLUEBACK sank on Feb 13, 1977.

When was the wreck of the BLUEBACK discovered?

The wreck of the BLUEBACK was discovered in 1977.

What country did the BLUEBACK belong to?

The BLUEBACK belonged to CA.

What was the tonnage of the BLUEBACK?

The BLUEBACK had a tonnage of 77 tons.

What type of wreck is the BLUEBACK?

The BLUEBACK is classified as a fishing vessel.

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