Wisemans Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Wisemans Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		53 37.51 N,5 29.56 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.625167
  • Longitude: -5.492667
Wreck Depth 90 m
Water Depth 111 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name WISEMANS
Type fishing vessel
Flag IE
Tonnage 66
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 11, 1984
Original Detection Year 1984
Last Detection Year 2016
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Last Amended Date Jun 21, 2024

Surveying Details

H5844/83 23.3.84 SANK IN POSN 112 DEGS FROM CLOGHER HEAD, 28MILES. (MRCC SHANNON, TLX DTD 12.3.84). INS AS USCPA 90MTRS IN 533730N, 052930W. BR STD. RSDRA2023000235769 21.6.24 NOTHING SEEN IN M/B DATASET 2016. (CLINTON MARINE SURVEY, GSI). AMEND DEAD.

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL WAS LEAKING. TAKEN IN TOW BUT SANK WHILE PROCEEDING TO CLOGHER HEAD.

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FAQ

Where is the WISEMANS wreck located?

The WISEMANS wreck is located at coordinates 53 37.51 N,5 29.56 W.

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

The WISEMANS lies at a depth of about 90 meters and is located at coordinates 53 37.51 N,5 29.56 W.

How deep is the seabed around the WISEMANS?

The seabed around the WISEMANS lies at approximately 111 meters deep.

When did the WISEMANS sink?

The WISEMANS sank on Mar 11, 1984.

When was the wreck of the WISEMANS discovered?

The wreck of the WISEMANS was discovered in 1984.

What country did the WISEMANS belong to?

The WISEMANS belonged to IE.

What was the tonnage of the WISEMANS?

The WISEMANS had a tonnage of 66 tons.

What type of wreck is the WISEMANS?

The WISEMANS is classified as a fishing vessel.

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