Lady Sorcha Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Lady sorcha Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		13 59 N,61 4 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 13.983333
  • Longitude: -61.066667
Water Depth 800 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name LADY SORCHA
Type carrier
Flag GB
Length 45.1 m
Width 7.6 m
Draught 2.7
Tonnage 344
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo cement
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 20, 1975
Original Detection Year 1975
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 3.5.76 SANK IN 135900N, 610400W APPROX. (LL 224). NCA.
Last Amended Date Dec 12, 2007

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1960. OWNED AT IME OF LOSS BY JOHN OSBOURNE OF MONTSERRAT. PASSAGE TRINIDAD FOR MONTSERRAT. CANK FOLLOWING COLLISION WITH MV WITSHOAL II (3643 GT) OFF ROSEAU BAY, S OF CASTRIES, ST LUCIA. CREW SAFE. (LL).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 13 59 N,61 4 W
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FAQ

Where is the LADY SORCHA wreck located?

The LADY SORCHA wreck is located at coordinates 13 59 N,61 4 W.

How deep is the seabed around the LADY SORCHA?

The seabed around the LADY SORCHA lies at approximately 800 meters deep.

When did the LADY SORCHA sink?

The LADY SORCHA sank on Aug 20, 1975.

When was the wreck of the LADY SORCHA discovered?

The wreck of the LADY SORCHA was discovered in 1975.

What country did the LADY SORCHA belong to?

The LADY SORCHA belonged to GB.

What cargo was the LADY SORCHA carrying?

The LADY SORCHA was carrying cement.

What was the tonnage of the LADY SORCHA?

The LADY SORCHA had a tonnage of 344 tons.

What type of wreck is the LADY SORCHA?

The LADY SORCHA is classified as a carrier.

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