M J C Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
M j c Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 27.536 N,1 17.969 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.458933
  • Longitude: -1.299483
Water Depth 32 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name M J C
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Length 15.2 m
Tonnage 40
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 20, 1989
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1989
Last Detection Year 2016
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Last Amended Date May 9, 2017

Surveying Details

HH232/352/01 11.4.89 SANK 7 MILES S OF ST CATHERINE'S POINT, I OF WIGHT, OR 502730N, 011753W [OGB]. (MRSC SOLENT, TLX DTD 20.3.89). NCA. POSN FOR FILING ONLY. HH232/352/01 11.4.89 NOT FOUND AFTER EXTENSIVE SEARCH COVERING AREA 5C N & S AND 8C E & W OF SINKING POSN. (THV MERMAID, VIA OCC HARWICH, TELEX 21.3.89). NCA YET. HH090/962/01 6.12.02 NOT LOCATED, DISPROVED. (GARDLINE, HI 962). AMENDED DEAD. NCA. SEP 2016/000165703 9.5.17 NOT LOCATED BY M/B SURVEY 2016. (MMT UK, HI 1499). NFA.

Circumstances of loss

SANK QUICKLY AFTER 'SLAMMING DOWN HARD' AFTER RIDING A 10FT WAVE.

General Comments

WOODEN HULL

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FAQ

Where is the M J C wreck located?

The M J C wreck is located at coordinates 50 27.536 N,1 17.969 W.

How deep is the seabed around the M J C?

The seabed around the M J C lies at approximately 32 meters deep.

When did the M J C sink?

The M J C sank on Mar 20, 1989.

When was the wreck of the M J C discovered?

The wreck of the M J C was discovered in 1989.

What country did the M J C belong to?

The M J C belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the M J C?

The M J C had a tonnage of 40 tons.

What type of wreck is the M J C?

The M J C is classified as a fishing vessel.

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