Laura K Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Laura k Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
57 16.242 N,5 48.974 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 57.270700
  • Longitude: -5.816233
Wreck Depth 38.95 m
Water Depth 42 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name LAURA K
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Length 7.1 m
Sonar Length 20.2
Sonar Width 4.4
Shadow Height 2.9
Orientation 105
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 3, 2013
Bottom Texture Mud
Original Detection Year 2013
Last Detection Year 2019
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Surveying Details SEP 2013/000261843 6.12.13 SANK IN 5716.235N, 0549.078W [WGD]. (STORNOWAY CG, EMAIL DTD 3.12.13). INS AS DW. - NM 174/14. SEP 2020/000045071 5.6.20 EXAM�D 20.3.19 IN 5716.242N, 0548.974W [WGD]. LEAST M/B DEPTH 38.95MTRS IN GEN DEPTH 42MTRS. LENGTH 20.2MTRS, WIDTH 4.4MTRS, HT 2.9MTRS. ORIENTATION 105/285DEGS. INTACT, UPRIGHT. (MERITTAITO, HI 1567). AMEND NDW 38MTRS IN REVISED POSN.
Last Amended Date Jun 5, 2020

Circumstances of loss

SANK, CAUSE NOT REPORTED. CREW OF ONE RECOVERED.

General Comments

INTACT, UPRIGHT

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FAQ

Where is the LAURA K wreck located?

The LAURA K wreck is located at coordinates 57 16.242 N,5 48.974 W.

How deep is the LAURA K and where exactly is it located?

The LAURA K lies at a depth of about 38.95 meters and is located at coordinates 57 16.242 N,5 48.974 W.

How deep is the seabed around the LAURA K?

The seabed around the LAURA K lies at approximately 42 meters deep.

When did the LAURA K sink?

The LAURA K sank on Dec 3, 2013.

When was the wreck of the LAURA K discovered?

The wreck of the LAURA K was discovered in 2013.

What country did the LAURA K belong to?

The LAURA K belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the LAURA K?

The LAURA K is classified as a fishing vessel.