Acadia Kingfisher Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Acadia kingfisher Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
48 50 N,62 35 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 48.833333
  • Longitude: -62.583333
Water Depth 380 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ACADIA KINGFISHER
Type trawler
Flag CA
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 23, 1968
Original Detection Year 1968
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H2768/69 18.3.69 H2768/69 18.3.69 SANK IN PA 485000N, 623500W. (LL 194). NCA.
Last Amended Date Dec 11, 2008

Circumstances of loss

OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY ACADIA FISHERIES LTD. SPRANG A LEAK DURING A GALE AND WHILE UNDER TOW OF M TRAWLER 'ZOUAVE'. (LL).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 48 50 N,62 35 W
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FAQ

Where is the ACADIA KINGFISHER wreck located?

The ACADIA KINGFISHER wreck is located at coordinates 48 50 N,62 35 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ACADIA KINGFISHER?

The seabed around the ACADIA KINGFISHER lies at approximately 380 meters deep.

When did the ACADIA KINGFISHER sink?

The ACADIA KINGFISHER sank on Oct 23, 1968.

When was the wreck of the ACADIA KINGFISHER discovered?

The wreck of the ACADIA KINGFISHER was discovered in 1968.

What country did the ACADIA KINGFISHER belong to?

The ACADIA KINGFISHER belonged to CA.

What type of wreck is the ACADIA KINGFISHER?

The ACADIA KINGFISHER is classified as a trawler.