Guytide (Probably) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Guytide (probably) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
5 57.49 N,57 3.76 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 5.958167
  • Longitude: -57.062667
Water Depth 2 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Mean Low Water Springs
Name GUYTIDE (PROBABLY)
Type motor vessel
Flag GY
Length 54.6 m
Width 8.5 m
Draught 3
Tonnage 498
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo granular or powdery material
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 9, 1987
Original Detection Year 1988
Last Detection Year 2016
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H2420/84 4.1.88 CAPSIZED OFF SKELDON, GUYANA, APPROX HALF A MILE FROM SHORE. (LL, 15.12.87). H2420/84 3.2.88 CAPSIZED APPROX 4 MILES FROM SKELDON IN THE CORENTYN RIVER. SALVAGE OPS IN HAND. (LL, 8.1.88). NCA. H2420/84 6.4.88 SALVAGE ON LONGER ECONOMICAL PROPOSITION. (LL, 17.3.88). H2296/79 11.1.89 PARTIALLY SUBMERGED WK OF STEEL FV OBSERVED APPROX 4 CABLES NNW OF BLUFF PT. (MV ATHELSPRITE, HN 2.12.88). POSN TAKEN FROM SKETCH. INS ST PA IN 055724N, 570415W. - NM 357/89.
Last Amended Date May 12, 2017

Circumstances of loss

RAN AGROUND ON SANDBANK AND CAPSIZED. PASSAGE SKELDON FOR GEORGETOWN. (LL).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 5 57.49 N,57 3.76 W
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FAQ

Where is the GUYTIDE (PROBABLY) wreck located?

The GUYTIDE (PROBABLY) wreck is located at coordinates 5 57.49 N,57 3.76 W.

How deep is the seabed around the GUYTIDE (PROBABLY)?

The seabed around the GUYTIDE (PROBABLY) lies at approximately 2 meters deep.

When did the GUYTIDE (PROBABLY) sink?

The GUYTIDE (PROBABLY) sank on Dec 9, 1987.

When was the wreck of the GUYTIDE (PROBABLY) discovered?

The wreck of the GUYTIDE (PROBABLY) was discovered in 1988.

What country did the GUYTIDE (PROBABLY) belong to?

The GUYTIDE (PROBABLY) belonged to GY.

What cargo was the GUYTIDE (PROBABLY) carrying?

The GUYTIDE (PROBABLY) was carrying granular or powdery material.

What was the tonnage of the GUYTIDE (PROBABLY)?

The GUYTIDE (PROBABLY) had a tonnage of 498 tons.

What type of wreck is the GUYTIDE (PROBABLY)?

The GUYTIDE (PROBABLY) is classified as a motor vessel.