Tewa Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status lifted
Tewa Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		56 41.488 N,5 47.565 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 56.691467
  • Longitude: -5.792750
Water Depth 30 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name TEWA
Type Dive Support Craft
Flag GB
Length 9.1 m
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 10, 1986
Original Detection Year 1986
Last Detection Year 1987
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Surveying Details

H3112/86 9.1.87 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS APPROX 500YDS OFF TORR MOLACH, BETWEEN CAMASINAS AND SALEN, LOCH SUNART, IN GEN DEPTH 100FT. (LL, 23.12.86). NCA, POSN 564130N, 054730W. NCA. 14.1.87 WK HAS BEEN MOVED & IT IS INTENDED TO COMPLETELY SALVAGE HER. (FISHING NEWS 9.1.87). AMENDED TO LIFT.

Circumstances of loss

23.12.86 OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY MR GRIEVE. BEGAN TAKING IN WATER IN A BEAM SEA AND SANK QUICKLY BY THE STERN. CREW OF 3 RECOVERED. (LL, 23.12.86).

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FAQ

Where is the TEWA wreck located?

The TEWA wreck is located at coordinates 56 41.488 N,5 47.565 W.

How deep is the seabed around the TEWA?

The seabed around the TEWA lies at approximately 30 meters deep.

When did the TEWA sink?

The TEWA sank on Dec 10, 1986.

When was the wreck of the TEWA discovered?

The wreck of the TEWA was discovered in 1986.

What country did the TEWA belong to?

The TEWA belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the TEWA?

The TEWA is classified as a dive support craft.

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