Castaway Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Castaway Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 37.68 N,9 42.31 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.628000
  • Longitude: -9.705167
Wreck Depth 40 m
Water Depth 44 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CASTAWAY
Type motor vessel
Flag IE
Length 4.1 m
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 16, 2010
Bottom Texture Mud
Original Detection Year 2010
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Last Amended Date Aug 19, 2010

Surveying Details

SEP 2010/000134722 19.8.10 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 5137.65N, 0942.28W [OSI] OR 130DEGS, 2.28M FROM ROANCARRIGMORE LTHO, IN GEN DEPTH 48MTRS. (SHANE DILLON, MRCC DUBLIN E-MAIL DTD 18.8.10) GEOGRAPHICAL POSN AND BEARING & DISTANCE VARY. INS AS WK USC PA 40MTRS IN 5137.650N, 0942.280W [OSI]. BR STD.

Circumstances of loss

25FT CRUISER CASTAWAY CAUGHT FIRE & SANK SE OF ROANCARRIGMORE LT, BANTRY BAY, WHILE ON FISHING TRIP. 3 OF 4 PERSONS ONBOARD LOST WHEN THROWN INTO WATER. (MRCC DUBLIN & PRESS REPORTS).

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FAQ

Where is the CASTAWAY wreck located?

The CASTAWAY wreck is located at coordinates 51 37.68 N,9 42.31 W.

How deep is the CASTAWAY and where exactly is it located?

The CASTAWAY lies at a depth of about 40 meters and is located at coordinates 51 37.68 N,9 42.31 W.

How deep is the seabed around the CASTAWAY?

The seabed around the CASTAWAY lies at approximately 44 meters deep.

When did the CASTAWAY sink?

The CASTAWAY sank on Aug 16, 2010.

When was the wreck of the CASTAWAY discovered?

The wreck of the CASTAWAY was discovered in 2010.

What country did the CASTAWAY belong to?

The CASTAWAY belonged to IE.

What type of wreck is the CASTAWAY?

The CASTAWAY is classified as a motor vessel.

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