Olive Leaf Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Olive leaf Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		58 26.378 N,3 3.228 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 58.439633
  • Longitude: -3.053800
Water Depth 25 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name OLIVE LEAF
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 16, 1974
Original Detection Year 1974
Last Detection Year 2021
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Jan 26, 2023

Surveying Details

22.1.74 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 582624N, 030248W, FIXED BY RADAR RANGE & BEARING. (LL 215). H2307/73 20.2.74 SANK IN 582624N, 030308W [OGB]. (CG WICK, TELEX DTD 21.1.74). INS AS DW. - NM 450/74. 25.2.04 [EUT] POSN: 5826.378N, 0303.228W. NE 1462. RSDRA2022000131756 16.12.2022 NOT LOCATED IN M/B DATASET (2021). (A-2-SEA SOLUTIONS LTD, HI 1710). AMEND DEAD.

Circumstances of loss

STRANDED ON PROUDFOOT ROCKS, NORTH HEAD, WICK. LATER TOWED OFF & SANK. (LLOYDS VOL.215)

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 58 26.378 N,3 3.228 W
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FAQ

Where is the OLIVE LEAF wreck located?

The OLIVE LEAF wreck is located at coordinates 58 26.378 N,3 3.228 W.

How deep is the seabed around the OLIVE LEAF?

The seabed around the OLIVE LEAF lies at approximately 25 meters deep.

When did the OLIVE LEAF sink?

The OLIVE LEAF sank on Jan 16, 1974.

When was the wreck of the OLIVE LEAF discovered?

The wreck of the OLIVE LEAF was discovered in 1974.

What country did the OLIVE LEAF belong to?

The OLIVE LEAF belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the OLIVE LEAF?

The OLIVE LEAF is classified as a fishing vessel.

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