Spark Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Spark Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		55 52.46 N,5 43.62 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.874333
  • Longitude: -5.727000
Water Depth 52 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SPARK
Type sailing vessel
Flag GB
Length 9.1 m
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 7, 2004
Original Detection Year 2004
Last Detection Year 2013
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Surveying Details

HH272/430/04 16.7.04 SANK IN 5552.46N, 0543.62W [WGD]. (MRCC CLYDE, FAX DTD 6.7.04). INS AS NDW. BR STD. 26.4.13 NOT LOCATED 29.9.12 USING M/B. (NETSURVEY, HI 1371). AMEND DEAD.

Circumstances of loss

SUFFERED FIRE AND SANK.

General Comments

CLINKER BUILT SAILING VESSEL

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FAQ

Where is the SPARK wreck located?

The SPARK wreck is located at coordinates 55 52.46 N,5 43.62 W.

How deep is the seabed around the SPARK?

The seabed around the SPARK lies at approximately 52 meters deep.

When did the SPARK sink?

The SPARK sank on Apr 7, 2004.

When was the wreck of the SPARK discovered?

The wreck of the SPARK was discovered in 2004.

What country did the SPARK belong to?

The SPARK belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the SPARK?

The SPARK is classified as a sailing vessel.

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