Responsive Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Responsive Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		53 52.41 N,5 36.06 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.873500
  • Longitude: -5.601000
Wreck Depth 85 m
Water Depth 100 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name RESPONSIVE
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Length 19.8 m
Tonnage 46
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 31, 1982
Original Detection Year 1982
Last Detection Year 1984
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Last Amended Date Jul 13, 2007

Surveying Details

H1270/80 22.9.82 H1270/80 22.9.82 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 533042N 053600W 175 DEGS 21 MILES FROM ST JOHNS PT. (RAMSEY MRSC, TLX 31.8.82). POSNS DO NOT AGREE. NCA. H1270/80 22.9.82 H1270/80 22.9.82 FINAL POSN ACCEPTED AS 535224N 053600W. SUBNAV 016/82. H2057/82 16.4.84 H2057/82 16.4.84 NOT LOCATED DURING AREA SEARCH. DISPROVED. (HMS BULLDOG, HI 128C). NCA.

Circumstances of loss

BUILT 1944. SANK AFTER TAKING ON WATER. TAKEN IN TOW BY MFV MELITA BUT SANK 175 DEGS 21 MILES FROM ST JOHNS PT. (LL).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 53 52.41 N,5 36.06 W
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FAQ

Where is the RESPONSIVE wreck located?

The RESPONSIVE wreck is located at coordinates 53 52.41 N,5 36.06 W.

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

The RESPONSIVE lies at a depth of about 85 meters and is located at coordinates 53 52.41 N,5 36.06 W.

How deep is the seabed around the RESPONSIVE?

The seabed around the RESPONSIVE lies at approximately 100 meters deep.

When did the RESPONSIVE sink?

The RESPONSIVE sank on Aug 31, 1982.

When was the wreck of the RESPONSIVE discovered?

The wreck of the RESPONSIVE was discovered in 1982.

What country did the RESPONSIVE belong to?

The RESPONSIVE belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the RESPONSIVE?

The RESPONSIVE had a tonnage of 46 tons.

What type of wreck is the RESPONSIVE?

The RESPONSIVE is classified as a fishing vessel.

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