San Sebastian (Probably) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
San sebastian (probably) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		55 38.046 N,6 4.727 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.634100
  • Longitude: -6.078783
Water Depth 9 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SAN SEBASTIAN (PROBABLY)
Type trawler
Flag GB
Length 38.2 m
Width 7.1 m
Draught 3.8
Tonnage 271
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 10, 1937
Bottom Texture Rock
Original Detection Year 1975
Last Detection Year 2013
Original Source other
Surveying Details 24.2.75 WRECK OF STEAM TRAWLER (POSSIBLY AMERICAN) IN 553803N, 060440W AT CORR SGEIR, ISLAY. (P L SELLARS, LTR DTD 11.2.75). NCA. 11.10.13 NOT LOCATED 2012 USING M/B. (NETSURVEY, HI 1370). AMEND DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Oct 11, 2013

Circumstances of loss

BUILT 1918 BY COLLINGWOOD SHIPBUILDING COMPANY, ONTARIO. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY THE BOSTON DEEP SEA FISHING AND ICE CO OF FLEETWOOD. ONE BOILER, TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 86 NHP, SINGLE SHAFT. MACHINERY BY MARINE IRON WORKS, CHICAGO. PASSAGE FLEETWOOD FOR FISHING AND RETURN. SANK AFTER STRIKING SUBMERGED REEF CORR SGEIR IN BAD WEATHER. FOUR CREW LOST, NINE SURVIVED. (SIBI).

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FAQ

Where is the SAN SEBASTIAN (PROBABLY) wreck located?

The SAN SEBASTIAN (PROBABLY) wreck is located at coordinates 55 38.046 N,6 4.727 W.

How deep is the seabed around the SAN SEBASTIAN (PROBABLY)?

The seabed around the SAN SEBASTIAN (PROBABLY) lies at approximately 9 meters deep.

When did the SAN SEBASTIAN (PROBABLY) sink?

The SAN SEBASTIAN (PROBABLY) sank on Jan 10, 1937.

When was the wreck of the SAN SEBASTIAN (PROBABLY) discovered?

The wreck of the SAN SEBASTIAN (PROBABLY) was discovered in 1975.

What country did the SAN SEBASTIAN (PROBABLY) belong to?

The SAN SEBASTIAN (PROBABLY) belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the SAN SEBASTIAN (PROBABLY)?

The SAN SEBASTIAN (PROBABLY) had a tonnage of 271 tons.

What type of wreck is the SAN SEBASTIAN (PROBABLY)?

The SAN SEBASTIAN (PROBABLY) is classified as a trawler.

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