Idavale Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Idavale Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
57 39.46 N,0 19.8 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 57.657667
  • Longitude: 0.330000
Water Depth 120 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name IDAVALE
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Length 20.1 m
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 8, 1984
Original Detection Year 1984
Last Detection Year 1984
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Surveying Details H4147/82 19.1.84 H4147/82 19.1.84 SANK IN 573930N, 001954E. (MRCC ABERDEEN, TLX DTD 8.1.84). INS AS NDW. BR STD. H4147/82 19.1.84 H4147/82 19.1.84 IDAVALE IS WOODEN MFV WITH WHALEBACK CONSTRUCTION. 66FT LONG. (TELECON RNW/ABERDEEN CG).
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

TOOK WATER IN THE FISHROOM. CREW OF SEVEN PICKED UP BY HELICOPTER. SUPPLY VESSEL 'MAERSK CUTTER' STOOD BY IDAVALE UNTIL SHE SANK.

General Comments

WOODEN HULL

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FAQ

Where is the IDAVALE wreck located?

The IDAVALE wreck is located at coordinates 57 39.46 N,0 19.8 E.

How deep is the seabed around the IDAVALE?

The seabed around the IDAVALE lies at approximately 120 meters deep.

When did the IDAVALE sink?

The IDAVALE sank on Jan 8, 1984.

When was the wreck of the IDAVALE discovered?

The wreck of the IDAVALE was discovered in 1984.

What country did the IDAVALE belong to?

The IDAVALE belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the IDAVALE?

The IDAVALE is classified as a fishing vessel.