Carol (Probably) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Carol (probably) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		48 13.7 N,5 21.405 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 48.228333
  • Longitude: -5.356750
Wreck Depth 90 m
Water Depth 105 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CAROL (PROBABLY)
Type motor vessel
Flag LB
Length 64 m
Width 11 m
Draught 5.2
Tonnage 1051
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo scrap metal,ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 24, 1985
Original Detection Year 1985
Last Detection Year 2019
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H3464/70 4.7.85 SANK ABOUT 20M SW OF USHANT, IN 481300N, 052100W APPROX. (LL, 25,26 & 28.6.85). NCA YET. H3774/81 21.10.85 WK, WITH LEAST DEPTH GREATER THAN 20MTRS, IN PA 481345N, 052118W [EUR]. (BREST NM 85 38 28). INS AS NDW PA. BR STD. SEP 2007/000004861 27.2.07 SHOWN AS WK USC 90MTRS IN 4813.700N, 0521.405W [WGD] ON FRENCH 7066 [3RD EDN' 06]. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Aug 27, 2019

Circumstances of loss

REPORTED TO HAVE HEAVY LIST DURING BAD WEATHER. ABANDONED BY CREW AND QUICKLY SANK. WAS ON PASSAGE LIVERPOOL TO PASAJES. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the CAROL (PROBABLY) wreck located?

The CAROL (PROBABLY) wreck is located at coordinates 48 13.7 N,5 21.405 W.

How deep is the CAROL (PROBABLY) and where exactly is it located?

The CAROL (PROBABLY) lies at a depth of about 90 meters and is located at coordinates 48 13.7 N,5 21.405 W.

How deep is the seabed around the CAROL (PROBABLY)?

The seabed around the CAROL (PROBABLY) lies at approximately 105 meters deep.

When did the CAROL (PROBABLY) sink?

The CAROL (PROBABLY) sank on Jun 24, 1985.

When was the wreck of the CAROL (PROBABLY) discovered?

The wreck of the CAROL (PROBABLY) was discovered in 1985.

What country did the CAROL (PROBABLY) belong to?

The CAROL (PROBABLY) belonged to LB.

What cargo was the CAROL (PROBABLY) carrying?

The CAROL (PROBABLY) was carrying scrap metal,ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined.

What was the tonnage of the CAROL (PROBABLY)?

The CAROL (PROBABLY) had a tonnage of 1051 tons.

What type of wreck is the CAROL (PROBABLY)?

The CAROL (PROBABLY) is classified as a motor vessel.

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