Daystar (Probably) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Daystar (probably) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
58 50.724 N,3 42.923 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 58.845400
  • Longitude: -3.715383
Wreck Depth 81 m
Water Depth 85 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name DAYSTAR (PROBABLY)
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Length 17.4 m
Sonar Length 18
Sonar Width 4
Orientation 35
Tonnage 31
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 10, 1982
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1982
Last Detection Year 2019
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Surveying Details H3057/81 15.3.82 SANK IN 50FMS IN POSN 340 DEGS HOLBORN HD, 11.3M. (MRSC WICK, TLX 10.3.81). INS AS WK USCPA 75MTRS IN 584800N, 033930W [OGB]. NC 1954. H2925/83 11.1.85 NOTHING FOUND IN REPD POSN BUT WK LOCATED IN 585045N, 034250W [OGB]. USING SYLEDIS. LEAST E/S DEPTH 81 IN GEN DEPTH 85MTRS. NO SCOUR. DCS3 HT 4MTRS, LENGTH 18MTRS. LYING 035/215 DEG. (BUE SUBSEA, HI 204). BR STD.
Last Amended Date Mar 27, 2020

Circumstances of loss

REPD TO HAVE STARTED TAKING IN WATER. ABANDONED BY CREW AND TAKEN IN TOW BY MFV CHANCE. LATER SANK.

General Comments

INTACT

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FAQ

Where is the DAYSTAR (PROBABLY) wreck located?

The DAYSTAR (PROBABLY) wreck is located at coordinates 58 50.724 N,3 42.923 W.

How deep is the DAYSTAR (PROBABLY) and where exactly is it located?

The DAYSTAR (PROBABLY) lies at a depth of about 81 meters and is located at coordinates 58 50.724 N,3 42.923 W.

How deep is the seabed around the DAYSTAR (PROBABLY)?

The seabed around the DAYSTAR (PROBABLY) lies at approximately 85 meters deep.

When did the DAYSTAR (PROBABLY) sink?

The DAYSTAR (PROBABLY) sank on Mar 10, 1982.

When was the wreck of the DAYSTAR (PROBABLY) discovered?

The wreck of the DAYSTAR (PROBABLY) was discovered in 1982.

What country did the DAYSTAR (PROBABLY) belong to?

The DAYSTAR (PROBABLY) belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the DAYSTAR (PROBABLY)?

The DAYSTAR (PROBABLY) had a tonnage of 31 tons.

What type of wreck is the DAYSTAR (PROBABLY)?

The DAYSTAR (PROBABLY) is classified as a fishing vessel.