Jasper Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Jasper Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		56 11.195 N,2 33.141 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 56.186583
  • Longitude: -2.552350
Water Depth 10 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name JASPER
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 71.6 m
Width 9.8 m
Draught 6.7
Tonnage 1256
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 17, 1894
Original Detection Year 1894
Last Detection Year 1994
Original Source national HO/authority wreck information
Surveying Details 2.2.93 WENT AGROUND 500YDS SE OF E MAY ISLAND LT. (R N BAIRD, REG. OF SCOTTISH WRECKS). HH090/605/01 19.1.94 NOT FOUND. (OCEONICS (UK) LTD., HI 605). NCA.
Last Amended Date Oct 20, 2003

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1883 BY W B THOMPSON, SUNDERLAND. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY P M DUNCAN, DUNDEE. ONE BOILER, TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE, SINGLE SHAFT. PASSAGE DUNDEE FOR BURNTISLAND. RAN ASHORE ON ROCKS ON EAST SIDE OF MAY ISLAND. BECAN A TOTAL LOSS. (SIBI).

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FAQ

Where is the JASPER wreck located?

The JASPER wreck is located at coordinates 56 11.195 N,2 33.141 W.

How deep is the seabed around the JASPER?

The seabed around the JASPER lies at approximately 10 meters deep.

When did the JASPER sink?

The JASPER sank on Apr 17, 1894.

When was the wreck of the JASPER discovered?

The wreck of the JASPER was discovered in 1894.

What country did the JASPER belong to?

The JASPER belonged to GB.

What cargo was the JASPER carrying?

The JASPER was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the JASPER?

The JASPER had a tonnage of 1256 tons.

What type of wreck is the JASPER?

The JASPER is classified as a steam ship.

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