Sea Wolf Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Sea wolf Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		55 17.349 N,5 49.561 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.289150
  • Longitude: -5.826017
Water Depth 145 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SEA WOLF
Type barge
Flag NL
Length 15.8 m
Width 5.2 m
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 8, 1977
Original Detection Year 1977
Last Detection Year 1985
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Nov 16, 2009

Surveying Details

12.1.77 TOWLINE PARTED 1.5M SW MULL OF KINTYRE. LAST SIGHTING OF BARGE APPROX 1M SW OF MULL OF KINTYRE ON 8.1.77. (LL). PRESUMED SUNK IN 551721N, 054930W. (LL, 11.1.77). FOR FILING ONLY. NCA. H2885/83 29.1.85 NOT FOUND DURING SEARCH. (HMS BULLDOG, HI 165A). AMEND DEAD. NCA. NOT LOCATED 2012 USING M/B. (NETSURVEY, HI 1355). NCA.

Circumstances of loss

IN TOW OF VESSEL SOLWAY FIRTH. TOWLINE PARTED. PRESUMED SUNK.

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 55 17.349 N,5 49.561 W
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FAQ

Where is the SEA WOLF wreck located?

The SEA WOLF wreck is located at coordinates 55 17.349 N,5 49.561 W.

How deep is the seabed around the SEA WOLF?

The seabed around the SEA WOLF lies at approximately 145 meters deep.

When did the SEA WOLF sink?

The SEA WOLF sank on Jan 8, 1977.

When was the wreck of the SEA WOLF discovered?

The wreck of the SEA WOLF was discovered in 1977.

What country did the SEA WOLF belong to?

The SEA WOLF belonged to NL.

What type of wreck is the SEA WOLF?

The SEA WOLF is classified as a barge.

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