Elizabeth Robertson (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Elizabeth robertson (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 28.469 N,1 55.815 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.474483
  • Longitude: -1.930250
Water Depth 37 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ELIZABETH ROBERTSON (POSSIBLY)
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Length 19.8 m
Tonnage 69
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 24, 1975
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1975
Last Detection Year 2002
Original Source national HO/authority wreck information
Last Amended Date Dec 5, 2002

Surveying Details

H1270/75 24.4.75 SANK IN PA 502912N, 015418W [OGB]. (RN BASE, PORTLAND, TELECON 24.4.75). INS AS USCPA 20MTRS. BR STD. H1968/77 14.8.81 NOT FOUND DURING DCS3 SEARCH. LOCALS STATE THAT WK WAS 'LOOTED' WITHIN DAYS OF SINKING AND THAT NOTHING REMAINS. NO POSN COULD BE GIVEN. (SCESU, HI 81/80). DELETE. - NM 2081/81. H1310/88/35 30.6.88 LOCAL FISHERMAN REPORTS OBSTN IN 502826N, 015544W [OGB]. POSN EXAM'D USING DCS3 - NO EVIDENCE SEEN ON RECORDS. (GARDLINE SURVEYS, 24.6.88). FOR FILING ONLY. HH090/962/01 5.12.02 NOT LOCATED, DISPROVED. (GARDLINE, HI 962). AMENDED DEAD. NCA.

Circumstances of loss

SANK FOLLOWING A FIRE, PRESUMED DUE TO BUTANE GAS LEAK.

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 50 28.469 N,1 55.815 W
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FAQ

Where is the ELIZABETH ROBERTSON (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The ELIZABETH ROBERTSON (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 50 28.469 N,1 55.815 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ELIZABETH ROBERTSON (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the ELIZABETH ROBERTSON (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 37 meters deep.

When did the ELIZABETH ROBERTSON (POSSIBLY) sink?

The ELIZABETH ROBERTSON (POSSIBLY) sank on Apr 24, 1975.

When was the wreck of the ELIZABETH ROBERTSON (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the ELIZABETH ROBERTSON (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1975.

What country did the ELIZABETH ROBERTSON (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The ELIZABETH ROBERTSON (POSSIBLY) belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the ELIZABETH ROBERTSON (POSSIBLY)?

The ELIZABETH ROBERTSON (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 69 tons.

What type of wreck is the ELIZABETH ROBERTSON (POSSIBLY)?

The ELIZABETH ROBERTSON (POSSIBLY) is classified as a fishing vessel.

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