Deo Gratias Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Deo gratias Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
53 26.548 N,4 30.486 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.442467
  • Longitude: -4.508100
Wreck Depth 20 m
Water Depth 25 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name DEO GRATIAS
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Length 18.3 m
Orientation 90
Tonnage 25
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 28, 1975
Original Detection Year 1975
Last Detection Year 2014
Original Source survey vessel
Surveying Details H1184/67 13.5.75 H1184/67 13.5.75 LOCATED IN 532632N, 043025W [OGB]. LIES E/W. SWEPT CLEAR AT 66FT IN GEN DEPTH 84FT. APPROX 45FT LONG. NOT A DANGER TO NAVIGATION. (TH SWANSEA). INS AS SW 11FMS (20MTRS). BR STD. 28.5.75 SALVED 28.5.75 SANK AGAIN UNDER TOW IN 532648N, 043100W APPROX. (HOLYHEAD CG). H3838/86 31.3.88 H3838/86 31.3.88 NOT FOUND. (HMS FOX, HI 357). AMEND DEAD. 10.3.14 10.3.14 NOT LOCATED 2013 IN ORIGINAL SINKING POSN (5326.533N, 0430.417W [OGB]) USING M/B. LARGE ROCKY OUTCROP IN THIS POSN, NO EVIDENCE OF WK. (NETSURVEY, HI 1420). NCA.
Last Amended Date Mar 10, 2014

Circumstances of loss

OWNED BY ALAN EDWARDS, HOLYHEAD. PASSAGE HOLYHEAD FOR FLEETWOOD. STRUCK HARRY FURLONG ROCKS AND SANK. WAS REFLOATED BUT SANK AGAIN WHEN TOW PARTED. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the DEO GRATIAS wreck located?

The DEO GRATIAS wreck is located at coordinates 53 26.548 N,4 30.486 W.

How deep is the DEO GRATIAS and where exactly is it located?

The DEO GRATIAS lies at a depth of about 20 meters and is located at coordinates 53 26.548 N,4 30.486 W.

How deep is the seabed around the DEO GRATIAS?

The seabed around the DEO GRATIAS lies at approximately 25 meters deep.

When did the DEO GRATIAS sink?

The DEO GRATIAS sank on May 28, 1975.

When was the wreck of the DEO GRATIAS discovered?

The wreck of the DEO GRATIAS was discovered in 1975.

What country did the DEO GRATIAS belong to?

The DEO GRATIAS belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the DEO GRATIAS?

The DEO GRATIAS had a tonnage of 25 tons.

What type of wreck is the DEO GRATIAS?

The DEO GRATIAS is classified as a fishing vessel.