Lapwing (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Lapwing (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		53 59.233 N,1 12.338 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.987217
  • Longitude: 1.205633
Wreck Depth 35 m
Water Depth 39 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name LAPWING (POSSIBLY)
Type trawler
Flag GB
Sonar Length 50
Sonar Width 13
Shadow Height 3.8
Orientation 160
Tonnage 217
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo fish
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Scour Dimensions ,,002.0,
Original Detection Year 1940
Last Detection Year 1986
Original Source other
Surveying Details SUNK IN 540000N, 011000E APPROX. (GRIMSBY LOSS LIST). H4064/1/85 30.7.86 WK EXAM'D IN 535913N, 011227E [OGB]. SWEPT CLEAR AT 35.1MTRS. (HUNTING SURVEYS LTD, TLX 2.7.86). - NM 2369/86. H4064/1/85 28.11.86 EXAM'D 29.5.86 USING HYPERFIX [4 LOP]. SWEPT CLEAR 35.1, FOUL 35.3MTRS. LEAST E/S DEPTH 35.3 IN GEN DEPTH 39MTRS. SCOUR DEPTH 40-41MTRS. DCS3 HT 3.8MTRS, LENGTH 50MTRS, WIDTH 13MTRS. INTACT WK, LYING 160/340 DEG. (HUNTING SURVEYS, HI 321B). NFA.
Last Amended Date May 1, 2002

Circumstances of loss

5.6.40 MINED AFTER LEAVING GRIMSBY FOR FISHING, SINKING DATE GIVEN AS 5.6.40. (LL WW2). 6.6.40 SINKING DATE GIVEN AS 6.6.40, CAUSE UNKNOWN. (WW2SL). 25.6.40 SUNK BY MINE ON 25.6.40. (GRIMSBY LOSS LIST).

General Comments

INTACT

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FAQ

Where is the LAPWING (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The LAPWING (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 53 59.233 N,1 12.338 E.

How deep is the LAPWING (POSSIBLY) and where exactly is it located?

The LAPWING (POSSIBLY) lies at a depth of about 35 meters and is located at coordinates 53 59.233 N,1 12.338 E.

How deep is the seabed around the LAPWING (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the LAPWING (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 39 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the LAPWING (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the LAPWING (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1940.

What country did the LAPWING (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The LAPWING (POSSIBLY) belonged to GB.

What cargo was the LAPWING (POSSIBLY) carrying?

The LAPWING (POSSIBLY) was carrying fish.

What was the tonnage of the LAPWING (POSSIBLY)?

The LAPWING (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 217 tons.

What type of wreck is the LAPWING (POSSIBLY)?

The LAPWING (POSSIBLY) is classified as a trawler.

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