Garth Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Garth Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 28.829 N,2 48.811 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.480483
  • Longitude: -2.813517
Water Depth 3 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name GARTH
Type dredger
Tonnage 424
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 26, 1946
Original Detection Year 1946
Last Detection Year 1969
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Last Amended Date Mar 1, 2004

Surveying Details

H7780/46 16.12.46 ORIGINAL POSN OF VESSEL GIVEN. (C IN C PLYMOUTH, KM BRISTOL, CG CROYDE). INS DW, MAST & FUNNEL WITH G CON BUOY GPFL (3) 10 SEC CLOSE NW. - NM 4021/46. H7780/46 20.5.47 POSN AMENDED TO 512848N, 024844W. (PHV BARMOUTH, TH NM 143/46). - NM 1268/47. H7780/46 5.9.49 DELETED FROM ALL CHTS. (CINC PLYMOUTH, TH). - NM 1794/49. H292/67 5.6.69 SWEPT CLEAR TO WITHIN 3FT OF BUMPY SEABED. (PBA LTR 2.6.69).

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FAQ

Where is the GARTH wreck located?

The GARTH wreck is located at coordinates 51 28.829 N,2 48.811 W.

How deep is the seabed around the GARTH?

The seabed around the GARTH lies at approximately 3 meters deep.

When did the GARTH sink?

The GARTH sank on Nov 26, 1946.

When was the wreck of the GARTH discovered?

The wreck of the GARTH was discovered in 1946.

What was the tonnage of the GARTH?

The GARTH had a tonnage of 424 tons.

What type of wreck is the GARTH?

The GARTH is classified as a dredger.

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