Gibhow Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Gibhow Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
53 18.766 N,4 3.073 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.312767
  • Longitude: -4.051217
Water Depth 0 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name GIBHOW
Type barge
Flag GB
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 13, 1968
Bottom Texture Rock
Original Detection Year 1968
Last Detection Year 1984
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H6110/59 21.11.68 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 531845N, 040300W. (LL, 13.11.68). FOR FILING ONLY. H2068/82 3.2.84 NOT FOUND. MAY HAVE BEEN USED AS A FOUNDATION FOR THE WESTERN PIER OF DIMOOR QUARRY. (HMS BEAGLE, HI 129A). AMEND DEAD. NCA. SEP 2019/000245915 12.2.20 NOT LOCATED IN M/B DATASET (2019). (CINTON MARINE SURVEY, HI1573). NFA.
Last Amended Date Feb 12, 2020

Circumstances of loss

BROKE MOORINGS DRIVEN ASHORE 100 FT EAST OF JETTIES USED BY DINMOOR QUARRIES. LATER SANK. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the GIBHOW wreck located?

The GIBHOW wreck is located at coordinates 53 18.766 N,4 3.073 W.

When did the GIBHOW sink?

The GIBHOW sank on Oct 13, 1968.

When was the wreck of the GIBHOW discovered?

The wreck of the GIBHOW was discovered in 1968.

What country did the GIBHOW belong to?

The GIBHOW belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the GIBHOW?

The GIBHOW is classified as a barge.