Elo Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Elo Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
53 35.23 N,0 18.72 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.587167
  • Longitude: 0.312000
Wreck Depth 22 m
Water Depth 23 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ELO
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Length 17.1 m
Tonnage 41
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 6, 1991
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1991
Last Detection Year 2013
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details HH242/352/01 13.11.91 HH242/352/01 13.11.91 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 533505N, 001826.5E [OGB]. (LL 8.11.91 & HUMBER MRSC 6.11.91). 13.11.91 13.11.91 AREA SEARCHED BY TH PATRICIA FOR 48 HOURS. WK NOT FOUND. PRESUMED SANK WITH RESERVE OF BUOYANCY AND DRIFTED SEAWARD ON THE EBB-TIDE. NO FURTHER SEARCH TO BE CONDUCTED. (TELCON RJLC/HUMBER DEPUTY HR MASTER). POSN FOR FILING ONLY. NCA. 5.3.08 5.3.08 LIES IN 5445.23N, 0018.72E [WGD]. LEAST DEPTH 22.2MTRS. (J MATTHEWS, ABP PORTS HUMBER, EMAIL DTD 8.2.08). INS WK 22MTRS. BR STD. HH091/178/01 3.3.08 HH091/178/01 3.3.08 NOT LOCATED BY M/B. (HMSML GLEANER, HI 1178). NCA. 6.9.13 6.9.13 NOT LOCATED 3.5.13 USING M/B. (NETSURVEY, HI 1401). AMEND DEAD.
Last Amended Date Sep 6, 2013

Circumstances of loss

TOWED CLEAR OF FAIRWAY AND SANK. CREW OF 4 RECOVERED. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the ELO wreck located?

The ELO wreck is located at coordinates 53 35.23 N,0 18.72 E.

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

The ELO lies at a depth of about 22 meters and is located at coordinates 53 35.23 N,0 18.72 E.

How deep is the seabed around the ELO?

The seabed around the ELO lies at approximately 23 meters deep.

When did the ELO sink?

The ELO sank on Nov 6, 1991.

When was the wreck of the ELO discovered?

The wreck of the ELO was discovered in 1991.

What country did the ELO belong to?

The ELO belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the ELO?

The ELO had a tonnage of 41 tons.

What type of wreck is the ELO?

The ELO is classified as a fishing vessel.