Elsa Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Elsa Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
58 34.175 N,5 1.678 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 58.569583
  • Longitude: -5.027967
Water Depth 14 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ELSA
Type fishing vessel
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 12, 1989
Original Detection Year 1989
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Surveying Details HH272/350/01 15.8.89 ASHORE IN 583400N, 050200W. (PENTLAND MRSC, TLX 13.7.89). POSN VISITED. VESSEL NO LONGER VISIBLE. PRESUMED TO HAVE SUNK. (PENTLAND MRSC, 14.7.89). NCA.
Last Amended Date Jun 22, 2004

Circumstances of loss

GROUNDED AT RUBH'AN T-SOCAICH GHLAIS AND LATER SANK. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the ELSA wreck located?

The ELSA wreck is located at coordinates 58 34.175 N,5 1.678 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ELSA?

The seabed around the ELSA lies at approximately 14 meters deep.

When did the ELSA sink?

The ELSA sank on Jul 12, 1989.

When was the wreck of the ELSA discovered?

The wreck of the ELSA was discovered in 1989.

What type of wreck is the ELSA?

The ELSA is classified as a fishing vessel.