Resolute Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Resolute Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		53 25.132 N,3 12.463 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.418867
  • Longitude: -3.207717
Water Depth 1 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name RESOLUTE
Type tug
Tonnage 76
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 22, 1928
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1928
Last Detection Year 1975
Original Source unknown
Last Amended Date Aug 9, 2010

Surveying Details

H7888/28 27.12.28 H7888/28 27.12.28 POSN 532500N, 031218W [OGB], OR 670YDS APPROX W 3/4 [MAG] FROM SPENCERS SPIT BUOY. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED) NCA YET. H7888/28 28.1.29 H7888/28 28.1.29 WK HAS BEEN DESTROYED. (MHDB LTR). 17.4.73 17.4.73 VESSEL VISITED ON 16.9.54 IN 532507W, 031223W [OGB]. 7 FRAMES WERE ABOUT 2FT OUT OF SAND & PART OF SHAFT ABOUT 6FT DOWN. SAND LEVEL IN VICINITY AT ABOUT 7FT ABOVE LBD THEREFORE WK ABOUT 9FT ABOVE LBD. HT UNKNOWN. (LIVERPOOL WK RECORDS). NCA, POSN FOR FILING ONLY. 27.3.75 27.3.75 NOT SHOWN ON SURVEY [K3500/10]. AMENDED TO DEAD. NCA.

Circumstances of loss

STRANDED. OWNERS MADE EFFORTS TO REFLOAT BUT FINALLY ABANDONED IT TO MDHB.

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FAQ

Where is the RESOLUTE wreck located?

The RESOLUTE wreck is located at coordinates 53 25.132 N,3 12.463 W.

How deep is the seabed around the RESOLUTE?

The seabed around the RESOLUTE lies at approximately 1 meter deep.

When did the RESOLUTE sink?

The RESOLUTE sank on Dec 22, 1928.

When was the wreck of the RESOLUTE discovered?

The wreck of the RESOLUTE was discovered in 1928.

What was the tonnage of the RESOLUTE?

The RESOLUTE had a tonnage of 76 tons.

What type of wreck is the RESOLUTE?

The RESOLUTE is classified as a tug.

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