Palmyra (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Palmyra (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		58 3.377 N,1 5.742 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 58.056283
  • Longitude: 1.095700
Wreck Depth 130 m
Water Depth 138 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name PALMYRA (POSSIBLY)
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Length 23.2 m
Sonar Length 20
Sonar Width 9
Shadow Height 4
Tonnage 78
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 25, 1981
Original Detection Year 1992
Last Detection Year 1997
Original Source survey vessel
Last Amended Date Nov 1, 2004

Surveying Details

HH254/485/02 12.10.92 HH254/485/02 12.10.92 OBJECT LOCATED IN 580326N, 010546E [EUR]. STANDS APPROX 8MTRS FROM SEABED. (CHEVRON PETROLEUM (UK) LTD, SURVEY OF UKCS BLOCK 16/26-6, NOV 1985). INS AS OBSTN 130MTRS. BR STD. HH254/464/02 24.2.94 HH254/464/02 24.2.94 AMEND TO FOUL. CHART BRANCH DECISION. HH260/400/03 20.11.97 HH260/400/03 20.11.97 POSSIBLE WK LOCATED IN 580324.8N, 010550.8E [EUR]. LENGTH 20MTRS, WIDTH 9MTRS. HEIGHT 4MTRS. (COSTAIN STOLT ALLICANCE, FAX DTD 12.11.97). AMEND TO WK USC 130MTRS. (TONNAGE KNOWN). BR STD.

Circumstances of loss

CAUGHT IN HEAVY SEAS AND NEAR GALE FORCE WINDS. TOO WATER IN THE ENGINE ROOM AND SANK. CREW OF 8 RECOVERED. (LL).

General Comments

See Also: 1807

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FAQ

Where is the PALMYRA (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The PALMYRA (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 58 3.377 N,1 5.742 E.

How deep is the PALMYRA (POSSIBLY) and where exactly is it located?

The PALMYRA (POSSIBLY) lies at a depth of about 130 meters and is located at coordinates 58 3.377 N,1 5.742 E.

How deep is the seabed around the PALMYRA (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the PALMYRA (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 138 meters deep.

When did the PALMYRA (POSSIBLY) sink?

The PALMYRA (POSSIBLY) sank on Nov 25, 1981.

When was the wreck of the PALMYRA (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the PALMYRA (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1992.

What country did the PALMYRA (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The PALMYRA (POSSIBLY) belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the PALMYRA (POSSIBLY)?

The PALMYRA (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 78 tons.

What type of wreck is the PALMYRA (POSSIBLY)?

The PALMYRA (POSSIBLY) is classified as a fishing vessel.

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