Olympic Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Olympic Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		55 24.96 N,2 19.9 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.416000
  • Longitude: 2.331667
Wreck Depth 30 m
Water Depth 40 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name OLYMPIC
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Length 17.4 m
Tonnage 38
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 28, 1980
Original Detection Year 1980
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Surveying Details H3227/78 5.3.80 ABANDONED IN 552500N, 022000E [OGB]. (MRSC HUMBER, TLX DTD 2.3.80). INS AS USCPA 30MTRS. - NM 615/80.
Last Amended Date May 12, 1980

Circumstances of loss

SANK AFTER EXPLOSION IN ENGINE ROOM. CREW RESCUED 3 DAYS LATER HAVING DRIFTED IN LIFERAFT SOME 70M E. (LL).

General Comments

WOODEN HULL

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FAQ

Where is the OLYMPIC wreck located?

The OLYMPIC wreck is located at coordinates 55 24.96 N,2 19.9 E.

How deep is the OLYMPIC and where exactly is it located?

The OLYMPIC lies at a depth of about 30 meters and is located at coordinates 55 24.96 N,2 19.9 E.

How deep is the seabed around the OLYMPIC?

The seabed around the OLYMPIC lies at approximately 40 meters deep.

When did the OLYMPIC sink?

The OLYMPIC sank on Feb 28, 1980.

When was the wreck of the OLYMPIC discovered?

The wreck of the OLYMPIC was discovered in 1980.

What country did the OLYMPIC belong to?

The OLYMPIC belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the OLYMPIC?

The OLYMPIC had a tonnage of 38 tons.

What type of wreck is the OLYMPIC?

The OLYMPIC is classified as a fishing vessel.

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