Laurel Wreck

Field Value
Obstruction Category foul ground
Laurel Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		57 37.983 N,3 46.086 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 57.633050
  • Longitude: -3.768100
Water Depth 2 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name LAUREL
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Length 18.3 m
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 18, 1996
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1996
Last Detection Year 1996
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Surveying Details HH266/420/02 22.4.96 AGROUND IN 573800N, 034600W [OGB]. WILL BREAK UP OVERNIGHT. (MRCC ABERDEEN, TLX DTD 19.4.96). 22.4.96 STILL IN SAME POS'N. BREAKING UP QUICKLY. (MRCC ABERDEEN, TELECON 22.4.96). INS AS FOUL. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Jul 10, 2002

Circumstances of loss

CONVERTED WOODEN TRAWLER WENT AGROUND AFTER BECOMING ENTANGLED IN LOBSTER POTS. VESSEL BECAME HOLED. LATER BROKE UP.

General Comments

WOODEN HULL

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FAQ

Where is the LAUREL wreck located?

The LAUREL wreck is located at coordinates 57 37.983 N,3 46.086 W.

How deep is the seabed around the LAUREL?

The seabed around the LAUREL lies at approximately 2 meters deep.

When did the LAUREL sink?

The LAUREL sank on Apr 18, 1996.

When was the wreck of the LAUREL discovered?

The wreck of the LAUREL was discovered in 1996.

What country did the LAUREL belong to?

The LAUREL belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the LAUREL?

The LAUREL is classified as a fishing vessel.

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