Vol Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Vol Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		52 5.431 N,2 29.887 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 52.090517
  • Longitude: 2.498117
Wreck Depth 32 m
Water Depth 47 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name VOL
Type motor vessel
Length 32.9 m
Width 7.6 m
Draught 2.7
Tonnage 199
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 14, 1978
Original Detection Year 1978
Last Detection Year 2000
Original Source survey vessel
Last Amended Date Jan 24, 2000

Surveying Details

H3966/76 10.10.78 LOCATED AFTER 2 DAYS SEARCH BY TH HARWICH IN 520524N, 023000E. GOOD E/S TRACE, LEAST DEPTH 32MTRS, SHOWS VESSEL UPRIGHT. OIL IN VICINITY HELPED IDENTIFICATION. (TELECON, 10.10.78). INS AS WK 32MTRS. BR STD. HH090/674/01 7.11.95 NOT LOCATED. DISPROVED. (NP 1008, HI 674). AMENDED TO ABEY. 24.1.00 AMENDED TO DEAD. NCA.

Circumstances of loss

SANK EN ROUTE COLCHESTER, 3 CREW RESCUED.

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FAQ

Where is the VOL wreck located?

The VOL wreck is located at coordinates 52 5.431 N,2 29.887 E.

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

The VOL lies at a depth of about 32 meters and is located at coordinates 52 5.431 N,2 29.887 E.

How deep is the seabed around the VOL?

The seabed around the VOL lies at approximately 47 meters deep.

When did the VOL sink?

The VOL sank on Sep 14, 1978.

When was the wreck of the VOL discovered?

The wreck of the VOL was discovered in 1978.

What cargo was the VOL carrying?

The VOL was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the VOL?

The VOL had a tonnage of 199 tons.

What type of wreck is the VOL?

The VOL is classified as a motor vessel.

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