Dayspring Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Dayspring Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
57 49.96 N,3 59.91 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 57.832667
  • Longitude: 3.998500
Wreck Depth 65 m
Water Depth 80 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name DAYSPRING
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Length 21.3 m
Tonnage 45
Tonnage Type net
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 16, 1980
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1980
Last Detection Year 2011
Original Source unknown
Surveying Details H3227/78 24.9.80 COLLISION IN 575000N, 040000E [EUR]. SANK WITHIN 15MINS. (MORAY CG, TLX DTD 16.9.80 & LL 17.9.80). INS AS WK USC PA 65MTRS. BR STD. 8.3.05 [WGD] POSN: 5749.960N, 0359.910E. NE 275. SEP 2011/000082425 20.6.11 NOT SHOWN ON NO2B0408 [EDN 2.0]. AMEND DEAD.
Last Amended Date Jun 20, 2011

Circumstances of loss

DAMAGED IN COLLISION WITH UNKNOWN VESSEL, BELIEVED DANISH FV, IN THICK FOG. LATER SANK. (LL).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 57 49.96 N,3 59.91 E
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FAQ

Where is the DAYSPRING wreck located?

The DAYSPRING wreck is located at coordinates 57 49.96 N,3 59.91 E.

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

The DAYSPRING lies at a depth of about 65 meters and is located at coordinates 57 49.96 N,3 59.91 E.

How deep is the seabed around the DAYSPRING?

The seabed around the DAYSPRING lies at approximately 80 meters deep.

When did the DAYSPRING sink?

The DAYSPRING sank on Sep 16, 1980.

When was the wreck of the DAYSPRING discovered?

The wreck of the DAYSPRING was discovered in 1980.

What country did the DAYSPRING belong to?

The DAYSPRING belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the DAYSPRING?

The DAYSPRING had a tonnage of 45 tons.

What type of wreck is the DAYSPRING?

The DAYSPRING is classified as a fishing vessel.