Acacia Wood Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Acacia wood Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		58 59.976 N,1 35.107 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 58.999600
  • Longitude: -1.585117
Water Depth 100 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ACACIA WOOD
Type trawler
Flag GB
Length 26.5 m
Width 6.7 m
Draught 2.4
Tonnage 114
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 7, 1978
Original Detection Year 1978
Last Detection Year 2008
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H3965/75 14.12.78 DAMAGED LIFERAFT, CONFIRMED FROM ACACIA WOOD, WASHED UP AT COLVADALE, UIST, SHETLAND ISLANDS. (LL 13.12.78). NCA - POSN TOO VAGUE TO CHART. HH091/137/01 24.12.08 NOT LOCATED WITHIN 2.5 MILES RADIUS BY M/B. (NETSURVEY, HI 1137). AMEND DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

OVERDUE ON PASSAGE BRESSAY BANK FOR PETERHEAD. ASSUMED SUNK WITH ALL HANDS IN SE GALE. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the ACACIA WOOD wreck located?

The ACACIA WOOD wreck is located at coordinates 58 59.976 N,1 35.107 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ACACIA WOOD?

The seabed around the ACACIA WOOD lies at approximately 100 meters deep.

When did the ACACIA WOOD sink?

The ACACIA WOOD sank on Dec 7, 1978.

When was the wreck of the ACACIA WOOD discovered?

The wreck of the ACACIA WOOD was discovered in 1978.

What country did the ACACIA WOOD belong to?

The ACACIA WOOD belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the ACACIA WOOD?

The ACACIA WOOD had a tonnage of 114 tons.

What type of wreck is the ACACIA WOOD?

The ACACIA WOOD is classified as a trawler.

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