Jane Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Jane Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
54 6.5 N,5 48 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 54.108333
  • Longitude: -5.800000
Water Depth 20 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name JANE
Type sailing vessel
Flag GB
Cargo scrap metal,ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 4, 1929
Original Detection Year 1929
Last Detection Year 1972
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Surveying Details H3587/29 5.6.29 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 540630N, 054800W [OGB]. (CG NEWCASTLE DOWN, 6.6.29). INS AS NDW. - NM ACTION. 13.6.29 SANK IN 14FMS. (LLOYDS LIST). H3562/69 29.11.72 NOTHING FOUND AFTER SONAR SEARCH 4 SQUARE MILES AROUND CHARTED POSN. RATHER JAGGED SEABED WITH SOME CONTACTS, BUT CONSIDER THIS WK HAS BROKEN UP. SHOAL 49FT [14.8MTRS] IN VICINITY. (HMS FOX, 24.11.72). AMENDED TO DEAD. DELETE - NM 2319/72.
Last Amended Date Aug 18, 2014

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE DUBLIN FOR GLASGOW. SPRANG A LEAK DURING HEAVY WEATHER AND SANK. TOTAL LOSS. CREW SAVED. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the JANE wreck located?

The JANE wreck is located at coordinates 54 6.5 N,5 48 W.

How deep is the seabed around the JANE?

The seabed around the JANE lies at approximately 20 meters deep.

When did the JANE sink?

The JANE sank on Jun 4, 1929.

When was the wreck of the JANE discovered?

The wreck of the JANE was discovered in 1929.

What country did the JANE belong to?

The JANE belonged to GB.

What cargo was the JANE carrying?

The JANE was carrying scrap metal,ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined.

What type of wreck is the JANE?

The JANE is classified as a sailing vessel.