Esk Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Esk Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
53 41.417 N,0 34.592 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.690283
  • Longitude: 0.576533
Water Depth 24 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ESK
Type sailing vessel
Flag GB
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 25, 1891
Original Detection Year 1891
Last Detection Year 1977
Original Source other
Surveying Details 4.8.72 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 18M ENE OF SPURN PT. (GRIMSBY LOSS LIST). POSN 534124N, 003442E FOR FILING ONLY. 28.2.78 NOT FOUND DURING DCS3 AREA SEARCH. (SOISS, HI 54/77). AMEND DEAD. NCA. SEP 2016/000053291 26.10.16 NOT SEEN IN M/B DATASET. (MMT, HI 1473). NFA.
Last Amended Date Oct 22, 2014

Circumstances of loss

SANK AFTER COLLISION WITH UNKNOWN STEAMER. (GRIMSBY LOSS LIST).

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FAQ

Where is the ESK wreck located?

The ESK wreck is located at coordinates 53 41.417 N,0 34.592 E.

How deep is the seabed around the ESK?

The seabed around the ESK lies at approximately 24 meters deep.

When did the ESK sink?

The ESK sank on Nov 25, 1891.

When was the wreck of the ESK discovered?

The wreck of the ESK was discovered in 1891.

What country did the ESK belong to?

The ESK belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the ESK?

The ESK is classified as a sailing vessel.