Bute Ferry Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Bute ferry Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
55 55.4 N,5 9.2 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.923333
  • Longitude: -5.153333
Water Depth 0 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BUTE FERRY
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 23, 1956
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1956
Last Detection Year 1963
Original Source other
Surveying Details H3496/56 31.5.56 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 555524N, 050912W. (SM3 MESSAGE). INS NDW. BR STD. H3496/56 24.12.63 DELETE. (CLYDE LT HO 4.12.63 IN H4915/50). AMENDED TO DEAD. DELETE. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014
WRECK MAP LOADING ... 55 55.4 N,5 9.2 W
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FAQ

Where is the BUTE FERRY wreck located?

The BUTE FERRY wreck is located at coordinates 55 55.4 N,5 9.2 W.

When did the BUTE FERRY sink?

The BUTE FERRY sank on May 23, 1956.

When was the wreck of the BUTE FERRY discovered?

The wreck of the BUTE FERRY was discovered in 1956.