Nagro Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Nagro Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 12.034 N,1 35.496 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.200567
  • Longitude: 1.591600
Water Depth 49 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name NAGRO
Type motor vessel
Flag SO
Tonnage 395
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo grain
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 1, 1972
Original Detection Year 1972
Last Detection Year 1994
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Jul 19, 2018

Surveying Details

12.4.73 SANK NEAR E GOODWIN LTV. POSN FROM CG ST.MARGARETS - RADAR 199DEGS, 1.1 MILE FROM GOODWIN LTV. WKGE AND LIFEBOAT RECOVERED ON 2.10.72 AT 1040 IN 513648N, 015100E AND WHEELHOUSE ROOF RECOVERED BY THV 'PATRICIA' AT 1339 IN 514000N, 015200E. (LL, VOL 210, P.414). NCA YET. POSN 511200N, 013536E FOR FILING ONLY. [SEE ALSO [14876] IN 511300.5N, 015111E]. HH090/610/01 7.4.94 NOT LOCATED BY DCS3 OR MAGNETOMETER. (HMS BEAGLE, HI 610). AMENDED TO DEAD. SEP 2015/000235800 19.11.15 EXAM'D BY BDC, NOTHING FOUND IN M/B SURVEY. (CEFAS DS37 GOODWIN SANDS 2014). NFA. SEP 2018/000061842 19.7.18 NOT LOCATED BY M/B SURVEY 2017-2018. (GARDLINE, HI 1519). NFA.

Circumstances of loss

CAPSIZED DURING FORCE 9 WINDS WHILE ON PASSAGE FRANCE TO LONDON. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the NAGRO wreck located?

The NAGRO wreck is located at coordinates 51 12.034 N,1 35.496 E.

How deep is the seabed around the NAGRO?

The seabed around the NAGRO lies at approximately 49 meters deep.

When did the NAGRO sink?

The NAGRO sank on Dec 1, 1972.

When was the wreck of the NAGRO discovered?

The wreck of the NAGRO was discovered in 1972.

What country did the NAGRO belong to?

The NAGRO belonged to SO.

What cargo was the NAGRO carrying?

The NAGRO was carrying grain.

What was the tonnage of the NAGRO?

The NAGRO had a tonnage of 395 tons.

What type of wreck is the NAGRO?

The NAGRO is classified as a motor vessel.

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