Bounty Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Bounty Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		59 3.577 N,0 26.617 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 59.059617
  • Longitude: -0.443617
Wreck Depth 115 m
Water Depth 135 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BOUNTY
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Length 20.4 m
Tonnage 48
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 10, 1991
Original Detection Year 1991
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Sep 23, 1991

Simplified Wreck Survey

The shipwreck BOUNTY is located at coordinates 59 3.577 N, 0 26.617 W, situated in the waters off the coast of Scotland near the Orkney Islands. This underwater obstruction, recorded as a wreckage site, lies at a depth of 115 meters. The site is identified as a British Standard wreck, described as a steel vessel that is now well broken and positioned as an underwater hazard. Historical survey data from the UK Hydrographic Office confirms the wreck position and status for maritime navigation purposes.

Surveying Details

HH160/350/02 23.9.91 SANK IN 590336N, 002630W [OGB]. (LL 11.9.91). INS AS WK USC PA 115MTRS. BR STD.

Circumstances of loss

20.9.91 REPORTED TAKING IN WATER AND WITH ENGINE FAILURE. ABANDONED BY CREW AND EVENTUALLY SANK. CREW OF 5 RESCUED. (LL 20.9.91).

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FAQ

Where is the BOUNTY wreck located?

The BOUNTY wreck is located at coordinates 59 3.577 N,0 26.617 W.

How deep is the BOUNTY and where exactly is it located?

The BOUNTY lies at a depth of about 115 meters and is located at coordinates 59 3.577 N,0 26.617 W.

How deep is the seabed around the BOUNTY?

The seabed around the BOUNTY lies at approximately 135 meters deep.

When did the BOUNTY sink?

The BOUNTY sank on Sep 10, 1991.

When was the wreck of the BOUNTY discovered?

The wreck of the BOUNTY was discovered in 1991.

What country did the BOUNTY belong to?

The BOUNTY belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the BOUNTY?

The BOUNTY had a tonnage of 48 tons.

What type of wreck is the BOUNTY?

The BOUNTY is classified as a fishing vessel.

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