Cap Cavall Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Cap cavall Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		56 11.295 N,2 33.391 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 56.188250
  • Longitude: -2.556517
Water Depth 10 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CAP CAVALL
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Length 16.5 m
Width 5.8 m
Draught 2.1
Orientation 90
Tonnage 32
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 3, 1985
Original Detection Year 1985
Last Detection Year 1994
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Oct 20, 2003

Simplified Wreck Survey

The wreck of the vessel CAP CAVALL is located at coordinates 56 11.295 N, 2 33.391 W off the east side of May Island in the Firth of Forth. Originally scuttled in 1985 near rocky terrain, historical survey data indicates the site has been searched, with some reports classifying the wreck as dead or not found at the original coordinates. The CAP CAVALL remains a point of interest for maritime history and underwater surveying near the Scottish coastline.

Surveying Details

H3726/85 6.8.85 SCUTTLED IN 561118N, 023318W, CLOSE BY ROCKS ON E SIDE OF MAY ISLAND. (JOHN DINWOODIE TUGS LTD, 9.7.85). NCA. HH090/605/01 19.1.94 NOT FOUND. (OCEONICS (UK) LTD., HI 605). AMENDED DEAD. NCA.

Circumstances of loss

SCUTTLED.

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FAQ

Where is the CAP CAVALL wreck located?

The CAP CAVALL wreck is located at coordinates 56 11.295 N,2 33.391 W.

How deep is the seabed around the CAP CAVALL?

The seabed around the CAP CAVALL lies at approximately 10 meters deep.

When did the CAP CAVALL sink?

The CAP CAVALL sank on Jul 3, 1985.

When was the wreck of the CAP CAVALL discovered?

The wreck of the CAP CAVALL was discovered in 1985.

What country did the CAP CAVALL belong to?

The CAP CAVALL belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the CAP CAVALL?

The CAP CAVALL had a tonnage of 32 tons.

What type of wreck is the CAP CAVALL?

The CAP CAVALL is classified as a fishing vessel.

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