Gw 214 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Gw 214 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		57 52.978 N,6 38.062 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 57.882967
  • Longitude: -6.634367
Water Depth 56 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name GW 214
Type tug
Flag GB
Length 15.2 m
Sonar Length 14.6
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 8, 1996
Original Detection Year 1996
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Surveying Details HH272/760/03 12.11.96 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 575300N, 063800W APPROX, 1.5 MILES E OF SOUND OF SCALPAY. (MRSC STORNOWAY, FAX DTD 8.11.96). INS AS NDW PA. BR STD. RSDRA2022000034693 2.9.22 NOT LOCATED IN M/B DATASET (2020) (CLINTON MARINE SURVEY AB, HI 1589). AMEND DEAD.
Last Amended Date Sep 2, 2022

Circumstances of loss

22.11.96 BUILT 1975. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY CLARK CIVIL ENGINEERING, DUNDEE. SANK WHILE ON PASSAGE STORNOWAY FOR SOUND OF HARRIS. (LL 22.11.96 & 29.11.96).

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FAQ

Where is the GW 214 wreck located?

The GW 214 wreck is located at coordinates 57 52.978 N,6 38.062 W.

How deep is the seabed around the GW 214?

The seabed around the GW 214 lies at approximately 56 meters deep.

When did the GW 214 sink?

The GW 214 sank on Nov 8, 1996.

When was the wreck of the GW 214 discovered?

The wreck of the GW 214 was discovered in 1996.

What country did the GW 214 belong to?

The GW 214 belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the GW 214?

The GW 214 is classified as a tug.

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