Ave Maria Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Ave maria Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		54 16.3 N,5 20.3 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 54.271667
  • Longitude: -5.338333
Wreck Depth 35 m
Water Depth 50 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name AVE MARIA
Type fishing vessel
Flag IE
Length 19.8 m
Width 6.2 m
Draught 2.7
Tonnage 84
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 1, 2003
Original Detection Year 2003
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Surveying Details HH208/400/05 2.10.03 HH208/400/05 2.10.03 SANK IN 5416.3N, 0520.3W [WGD]. (MRSC BELFAST, FAX DTD 1.10.03). INS AS WK USC 35MTRS. - NM 5327/03.
Last Amended Date Oct 9, 2003

Circumstances of loss

BUILT OF WOOD IN 1973 IN KILLYBEGS. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY J LAFFERTY, KILLYBEGS. OIL ENGINE OF 375HP, SINGLE SHAFT. LOST POWER, TOOK WATER AND SANK. CREW OF 2 RECOVERED.

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FAQ

Where is the AVE MARIA wreck located?

The AVE MARIA wreck is located at coordinates 54 16.3 N,5 20.3 W.

How deep is the AVE MARIA and where exactly is it located?

The AVE MARIA lies at a depth of about 35 meters and is located at coordinates 54 16.3 N,5 20.3 W.

How deep is the seabed around the AVE MARIA?

The seabed around the AVE MARIA lies at approximately 50 meters deep.

When did the AVE MARIA sink?

The AVE MARIA sank on Oct 1, 2003.

When was the wreck of the AVE MARIA discovered?

The wreck of the AVE MARIA was discovered in 2003.

What country did the AVE MARIA belong to?

The AVE MARIA belonged to IE.

What was the tonnage of the AVE MARIA?

The AVE MARIA had a tonnage of 84 tons.

What type of wreck is the AVE MARIA?

The AVE MARIA is classified as a fishing vessel.

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