Desire Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Desire Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
54 37.009 N,0 35.102 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 54.616817
  • Longitude: -0.585033
Wreck Depth 40 m
Water Depth 52 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name DESIRE
Type tug
Flag GB
Tonnage 165
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 24, 1918
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1918
Last Detection Year 1986
Original Source other
Surveying Details H3752/26 11.6.26 INS NDW WRECKS (1918)(PA) IN 573700N, 003500W. BA 1191. H5103/83 26.8.83 SHOWN IN KINGFISHER LIST NO W61 WHITBY AREA, BAYMANS HOLE, APR 1983 EDN). H5103/83 15.9.86 TWO FOULS IN 543648N, 003446W AND 543644N 003506W. POSNS BY DECCA. (KINGFISHER OBSTN BOOKLET, WHITBY AREA). H6331/87 7.2.89 NO INDICATION OF WRECKAGE FOUND. (LAND & MARINE, HI 414B). AMEND DEAD.. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Feb 7, 1989
WRECK MAP LOADING ... 54 37.009 N,0 35.102 W
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FAQ

Where is the DESIRE wreck located?

The DESIRE wreck is located at coordinates 54 37.009 N,0 35.102 W.

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

The DESIRE lies at a depth of about 40 meters and is located at coordinates 54 37.009 N,0 35.102 W.

How deep is the seabed around the DESIRE?

The seabed around the DESIRE lies at approximately 52 meters deep.

When did the DESIRE sink?

The DESIRE sank on Jan 24, 1918.

When was the wreck of the DESIRE discovered?

The wreck of the DESIRE was discovered in 1918.

What country did the DESIRE belong to?

The DESIRE belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the DESIRE?

The DESIRE had a tonnage of 165 tons.

What type of wreck is the DESIRE?

The DESIRE is classified as a tug.