Alkaid Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Alkaid Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		60 34.466 N,0 47.122 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 60.574433
  • Longitude: -0.785367
Water Depth 40 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ALKAID
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Length 16.2 m
Tonnage 50
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 21, 1991
Original Detection Year 1991
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Simplified Wreck Survey

The shipwreck ALKAID is located off the coast of the Shetland Islands near the Snap of Fetlat at coordinates 60 34.466 N, 0 47.122 W. Originally reported as a vessel that sank between 1/4 to 1/2 mile off the coast, the site is classified as a non-dangerous underwater obstruction. The wreck of the ALKAID represents a documented maritime hazard in these North Sea waters and remains recorded in official hydrographic survey data.

Surveying Details

HH270/350/01 22.10.91 HH270/350/01 22.10.91 SANK 1/4 TO 1/2 MILE OFF SNAP OF FETLAT, IN 603430N, 004700W, APPROX. (SHETLAND MRSC, TLX 21.10.91). INS AS NDWPA. BR STD.

Circumstances of loss

REPORTED TAKING IN WATER. ABANDONED BY CREW AND SANK.

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FAQ

Where is the ALKAID wreck located?

The ALKAID wreck is located at coordinates 60 34.466 N,0 47.122 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ALKAID?

The seabed around the ALKAID lies at approximately 40 meters deep.

When did the ALKAID sink?

The ALKAID sank on Oct 21, 1991.

When was the wreck of the ALKAID discovered?

The wreck of the ALKAID was discovered in 1991.

What country did the ALKAID belong to?

The ALKAID belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the ALKAID?

The ALKAID had a tonnage of 50 tons.

What type of wreck is the ALKAID?

The ALKAID is classified as a fishing vessel.

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