Kirsty Jane (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Kirsty jane (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		55 15.454 N,1 0.151 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.257567
  • Longitude: -1.002517
Wreck Depth 87 m
Water Depth 90 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name KIRSTY JANE (POSSIBLY)
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Length 14.3 m
Sonar Length 30
Sonar Width 10
Shadow Height 3.3
Orientation 65
Tonnage 34
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 6, 1980
Scour Dimensions ,,000.5,
Original Detection Year 1980
Last Detection Year 1989
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H4271/71 13.5.80 SANK 25 MILES OFF NORTHUMBERLAND. (LL 8.5.80). SANK IN 551345N, 005945W. POSN BY DECCA. (TYNE CG MRSC, TLX DTD 6.5.80). INS AS USC 70MTRS. - NM 1107/80. H6330/87/3 6.1.89 SMALL WK EXAM'D 17.9.88 IN 551527N, 010003W [OGB] USING SYLEDIS [6 LOP]. LEAST E/S DEPTH 86.7 IN GEN DEPTH 89.9MTRS. SCOUR DEPTH 90.4MTRS. DCS3 HT 3.3MTRS, LENGTH 30MTRS, WIDTH 10MTRS. APPARENTLY PARTIALLY BROKEN UP. LIES 065/245 DEG, GIVING A GOOD SONAR RETURN FROM SE AND POOR FROM NW. (GARDLINE SURVEYS, HI 414A). AMEND TO WK 87MTRS. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Jan 24, 2002

Circumstances of loss

SANK DUE UNKNOWN REASONS IN GOOD WEATHER.

General Comments

PROBABLY PARTIALLY BROKEN UP

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 55 15.454 N,1 0.151 W
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FAQ

Where is the KIRSTY JANE (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The KIRSTY JANE (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 55 15.454 N,1 0.151 W.

How deep is the KIRSTY JANE (POSSIBLY) and where exactly is it located?

The KIRSTY JANE (POSSIBLY) lies at a depth of about 87 meters and is located at coordinates 55 15.454 N,1 0.151 W.

How deep is the seabed around the KIRSTY JANE (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the KIRSTY JANE (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 90 meters deep.

When did the KIRSTY JANE (POSSIBLY) sink?

The KIRSTY JANE (POSSIBLY) sank on May 6, 1980.

When was the wreck of the KIRSTY JANE (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the KIRSTY JANE (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1980.

What country did the KIRSTY JANE (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The KIRSTY JANE (POSSIBLY) belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the KIRSTY JANE (POSSIBLY)?

The KIRSTY JANE (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 34 tons.

What type of wreck is the KIRSTY JANE (POSSIBLY)?

The KIRSTY JANE (POSSIBLY) is classified as a fishing vessel.

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