Caomhuala Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Caomhuala Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		52 8.8 N,6 17.6 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 52.146667
  • Longitude: -6.293333
Wreck Depth 40 m
Water Depth 52 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CAOMHUALA
Type fishing vessel
Flag IE
Length 23.5 m
Width 6.7 m
Draught 3.8
Tonnage 130
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 17, 2008
Original Detection Year 2008
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Surveying Details 16.9.08 SEP 2008/000075245 16.9.08 SUNK IN 5208.8N, 0617.6W [WGD]. (MRCC DUBLIN, EMAIL DTD 11.9.08). INS AS WK USC 40MTRS. - NM 5667/08.
Last Amended Date Sep 16, 2008

Circumstances of loss

EX-BARA SEGAL. BUILT IN 1982 IN FRANCE. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY D WHELAN, CASTLETOWNBERE, CO CORK. A TWIN-RIG TRAWLER. OIL ENGINE OF 482 BHP, SINGLE SHAFT. SANK, CAUSE NOT REPORTED. CREW RECOVERED. (MRCC DUBLIN & FVS OF BRITIAN & IRELAND).

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FAQ

Where is the CAOMHUALA wreck located?

The CAOMHUALA wreck is located at coordinates 52 8.8 N,6 17.6 W.

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

The CAOMHUALA lies at a depth of about 40 meters and is located at coordinates 52 8.8 N,6 17.6 W.

How deep is the seabed around the CAOMHUALA?

The seabed around the CAOMHUALA lies at approximately 52 meters deep.

When did the CAOMHUALA sink?

The CAOMHUALA sank on Aug 17, 2008.

When was the wreck of the CAOMHUALA discovered?

The wreck of the CAOMHUALA was discovered in 2008.

What country did the CAOMHUALA belong to?

The CAOMHUALA belonged to IE.

What was the tonnage of the CAOMHUALA?

The CAOMHUALA had a tonnage of 130 tons.

What type of wreck is the CAOMHUALA?

The CAOMHUALA is classified as a fishing vessel.

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