Lady Helen Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Lady helen Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		57 58.4 N,10 58 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 57.973333
  • Longitude: -10.966667
Water Depth 2100 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name LADY HELEN
Type barge
Flag GB
Length 50 m
Width 8.2 m
Draught 3
Tonnage 418
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo armament
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 24, 1985
Original Detection Year 1985
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Surveying Details H1270/82 2.5.85 SUNK BY TUG THUNDERER IN 580000N, 110000W. (MRCC CLYDE, TLX 24.4.85). NCA. H1270/82 10.6.85 VESSEL SANK IN 575824N, 105800W. POSN BY CHAIN DECCA. NO SURFACE DEBRIS WAS SEEN. (NOBEL EXPLOSIVES CO LTD, 29.4.85). NCA. POSN PLOTS IN OVER 2000 MTRS.
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Circumstances of loss

SCUTTLED.

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FAQ

Where is the LADY HELEN wreck located?

The LADY HELEN wreck is located at coordinates 57 58.4 N,10 58 W.

How deep is the seabed around the LADY HELEN?

The seabed around the LADY HELEN lies at approximately 2100 meters deep.

When did the LADY HELEN sink?

The LADY HELEN sank on Apr 24, 1985.

When was the wreck of the LADY HELEN discovered?

The wreck of the LADY HELEN was discovered in 1985.

What country did the LADY HELEN belong to?

The LADY HELEN belonged to GB.

What cargo was the LADY HELEN carrying?

The LADY HELEN was carrying armament.

What was the tonnage of the LADY HELEN?

The LADY HELEN had a tonnage of 418 tons.

What type of wreck is the LADY HELEN?

The LADY HELEN is classified as a barge.

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