Gowan Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Gowan Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		55 35.501 N,1 6.101 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.591683
  • Longitude: -1.101683
Water Depth 85 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name GOWAN
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Tonnage 25
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 17, 1917
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 2012
Original Source other
Surveying Details H4214/26 1.7.26 INSERT NDW WRECKS(1917) (PA) ON 1192. 7.6.72 AMEND TO NDWPA. LC 1192. 13.3.74 AMEND TO USCPA 75MTRS. BR STD. HH090/843/01 23.12.99 NOT LOCATED. (GARDLINE, HI 843). AMENDED TO DEAD. BR STD. SEP 2015/000220786 5.11.15 EXAM'D BY BDC, NOT SEEN IN M/B DATASET. (DS22, CEFAS SURVEY 2012). NFA.
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2015

Circumstances of loss

SUNK BY SUBMARINE GUNFIRE WHEN CAPTURED 20 MILES E BY S FROM LONGSTONE.

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 55 35.501 N,1 6.101 W
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FAQ

Where is the GOWAN wreck located?

The GOWAN wreck is located at coordinates 55 35.501 N,1 6.101 W.

How deep is the seabed around the GOWAN?

The seabed around the GOWAN lies at approximately 85 meters deep.

When did the GOWAN sink?

The GOWAN sank on Mar 17, 1917.

When was the wreck of the GOWAN discovered?

The wreck of the GOWAN was discovered in 1917.

What country did the GOWAN belong to?

The GOWAN belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the GOWAN?

The GOWAN had a tonnage of 25 tons.

What type of wreck is the GOWAN?

The GOWAN is classified as a fishing vessel.

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