Borgin Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Borgin Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
58 24.475 N,6 29.066 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 58.407917
  • Longitude: -6.484433
Water Depth 0 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BORGIN
Type schooner
Tonnage 124
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 2, 1980
Bottom Texture Rock
Original Detection Year 1980
Last Detection Year 2019
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Surveying Details H4458/80 10.12.80 ASHORE & ABANDONED AT RUBHA BHLANISGAIDH IN APPROX 582430N, 062900W [OGB]. CONSTRUCTIVE TOTAL LOSS. (STORNOWAY MRSC & LL, 3/4.12.80). NCA.
Last Amended Date Feb 20, 2020

Circumstances of loss

DRIVEN ASHORE IN NEAR GALE AFTER ENGINE FAILURE. (LL).

General Comments

WOODEN HULL

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FAQ

Where is the BORGIN wreck located?

The BORGIN wreck is located at coordinates 58 24.475 N,6 29.066 W.

When did the BORGIN sink?

The BORGIN sank on Dec 2, 1980.

When was the wreck of the BORGIN discovered?

The wreck of the BORGIN was discovered in 1980.

What was the tonnage of the BORGIN?

The BORGIN had a tonnage of 124 tons.

What type of wreck is the BORGIN?

The BORGIN is classified as a schooner.