Castle Bay Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Castle bay Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		52 3.52 N,6 56.05 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 52.058667
  • Longitude: -6.934167
Water Depth 24 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CASTLE BAY
Type fishing vessel
Flag IE
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 8, 1971
Original Detection Year 1971
Last Detection Year 2009
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Aug 7, 2014

Surveying Details

3.1.72 3.1.72 SANK ABOUT 4M OFF HOOK HD. (LL 206). POSN 520330N, 065600W FOR FILING ONLY. 20.10.09 20.10.09 NOT LOCATED BY M/B. (SEABED DATA CENTRE EXAMINATION OF GSI SURVEY CV07_07 DTD SEP-OCT 2007). SEABED ROCKY WITH MANY PRONOUNCED RIDGES. AMEND DEAD. NCA. 20.10.09 20.10.09 NOT LOCATED BY M/B. (GEOLOGICAL SURVEY OF IRELAND SURVEY CV07_02 DTD SEP-OCT 2007). NCA.

Circumstances of loss

LOST FOLLOWING COLLISION WITH MFV 'LODE STAR'. (LL).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 52 3.52 N,6 56.05 W
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FAQ

Where is the CASTLE BAY wreck located?

The CASTLE BAY wreck is located at coordinates 52 3.52 N,6 56.05 W.

How deep is the seabed around the CASTLE BAY?

The seabed around the CASTLE BAY lies at approximately 24 meters deep.

When did the CASTLE BAY sink?

The CASTLE BAY sank on Dec 8, 1971.

When was the wreck of the CASTLE BAY discovered?

The wreck of the CASTLE BAY was discovered in 1971.

What country did the CASTLE BAY belong to?

The CASTLE BAY belonged to IE.

What type of wreck is the CASTLE BAY?

The CASTLE BAY is classified as a fishing vessel.

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