Dark Island Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Dark island Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		52 8.953 N,6 59.417 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 52.149217
  • Longitude: -6.990283
Water Depth 2 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name DARK ISLAND
Type fishing vessel
Flag IE
Length 10.4 m
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 23, 1987
Original Detection Year 1987
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Surveying Details H4641/74 18.5.87 H4641/74 18.5.87 SANK ON STARBOARD SIDE OF ENTRANCE TO DUNMORE EAST HARBOUR IN APPROX 520856N, 065921.5W [OSI]. DANGER TO NAVIGATION. (MRCC SWANSEA, TLX DTD 24.3.87). FOR FILING ONLY. RSDRA2023000099676 13.04.23 NOT LOCATED IN M/MB DATASET. SURVEY DTD 11.03.23
Last Amended Date Aug 7, 2014
WRECK MAP LOADING ... 52 8.953 N,6 59.417 W
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FAQ

Where is the DARK ISLAND wreck located?

The DARK ISLAND wreck is located at coordinates 52 8.953 N,6 59.417 W.

How deep is the seabed around the DARK ISLAND?

The seabed around the DARK ISLAND lies at approximately 2 meters deep.

When did the DARK ISLAND sink?

The DARK ISLAND sank on Mar 23, 1987.

When was the wreck of the DARK ISLAND discovered?

The wreck of the DARK ISLAND was discovered in 1987.

What country did the DARK ISLAND belong to?

The DARK ISLAND belonged to IE.

What type of wreck is the DARK ISLAND?

The DARK ISLAND is classified as a fishing vessel.

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