Casita (Probably) Wreck

Field Value
Obstruction Category foul ground
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Casita (probably) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 18.835 N,3 22.34 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.313917
  • Longitude: -3.372333
Water Depth 52 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CASITA (PROBABLY)
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Tonnage 21
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 15, 1967
Original Detection Year 1968
Last Detection Year 2013
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 1984

Surveying Details

12.11.68 12.11.68 OBSTRUCTION PRESUMED TO BE THE VESSEL CASITA THOUGHT TO HAVE SUNK ON THE 15.6.67 IN THE START BAY AREA. (TELECOM LLOYDS) H4508/59 12.11.68 H4508/59 12.11.68 BRIXHAM TRAWLER ZEGAN REPORTED LOST ALL TRAWLING GEAR AND NETS ON UNCHARTED OBSTN THOUGHT TO BE THE MFV CASITA IN 501848N, 032216W [OGB] USING DECCA. (BOT 28.10.68 & 5.11.68). CHART AS FOUL. R/S. H3221/70 14.8.70 H3221/70 14.8.70 AREA WITHIN A 4 CABLE RADIUS OF DECCA POSN SEARCHED FOR BY ARL SCANNER. NOTHING FOUND. THE FASTENER MUST BE VERY SMALL OR POSN IS WRONG. (RV CLIONE, MAY 1970). H2923/83 2.10.84 H2923/83 2.10.84 NOTHING FOUND IN VICINITY OF THIS POSN USING DCS3 & E/S. (GARDLINE SURVEY LTD., HI 202). AMENDED TO DEAD. DELETED. R/P. 30.4.13 30.4.13 NOT LOCATED 2013 USING M/B. (NETSURVEY, HI 1369). NCA.

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FAQ

Where is the CASITA (PROBABLY) wreck located?

The CASITA (PROBABLY) wreck is located at coordinates 50 18.835 N,3 22.34 W.

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

The seabed around the CASITA (PROBABLY) lies at approximately 52 meters deep.

When did the CASITA (PROBABLY) sink?

The CASITA (PROBABLY) sank on Jun 15, 1967.

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

The wreck of the CASITA (PROBABLY) was discovered in 1968.

What country did the CASITA (PROBABLY) belong to?

The CASITA (PROBABLY) belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the CASITA (PROBABLY)?

The CASITA (PROBABLY) had a tonnage of 21 tons.

What type of wreck is the CASITA (PROBABLY)?

The CASITA (PROBABLY) is classified as a fishing vessel.

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