Margo Wreck
| Field |
Value |
| Wreck Category |
dangerous wreck |
Margo Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
|
58 8.679 N,5 17.475 W |
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
|
- Latitude: 58.144650
- Longitude: -5.291250
|
| Wreck Depth |
22.5 m
|
| Water Depth |
30 m
|
| Water Level Effect |
always under water/submerged |
| Vertical Datum |
Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide |
| Name |
MARGO |
|
Type
|
fishing vessel
|
| Flag |
GB |
| Length |
16.5 m |
| Width |
6.1 m |
| Draught |
2 |
| Sonar Length |
22 |
| Sonar Width |
13.2 |
| Shadow Height |
7.5 |
| Orientation |
160 |
| Tonnage |
30 |
| Tonnage Type |
gross |
| Conspic Visual |
not visually conspicuous |
| Conspic Radar |
not radar conspicuous |
| Date Sunk |
Nov 12, 2000
|
| Bottom Texture |
Rock |
| Original Detection Year |
2000 |
| Last Detection Year |
2013 |
| Original Source |
other |
| Last Amended Date |
Oct 15, 2013 |
Simplified Wreck Survey
The shipwreck Margo is located off the coast of Lochinver, Scotland, at the precise coordinates 58 8.679 N, 5 17.475 W. This underwater obstruction sits in a general depth of 30 meters, with a least multibeam depth of 22.57 meters recorded during a 2013 survey. The wreck of the Margo measures 22.0 meters in length, 13.2 meters in width, and stands 7.5 meters high. It lies in a 160/340 degree orientation, remaining intact and upright on the seabed. The site exhibits a strong magnetic anomaly and shows no signs of scour. This surveyed wreck is situated clear of the primary north and south approaches to Lochinver Harbour.
Surveying Details
HH272/680/04 24.11.00 SANK 2 MILES W OF LOCHINVER HARBOUR. (FISHING NEWS, 17.11.00). NCA. HH272/680/04 24.11.00 SANK IN 5808.17N, 0517.740W [OGB]. (MRSC STORNOWAY, TELECON 24.11.00). INS AS NDW. BR STD. HH260/680/04 24.11.00 AREA SEARCHED BY LOCHINVER LIFEBOAT. NO DEBRIS NOTED. SUNK IN APPROX 30MTRS CLEAR OF N AND S APPROACHES TO LOCHINVER. NO FURTHER ACTION TO BE TAKEN. (NLB/RNW TELECON 24.11.00). NCA. 15.10.13 EXAM'D 9.4.13 IN 5808.679N, 0517.475W [WGD]. LEAST M/B DEPTH 22.57 IN GEN DEPTH 30MTRS. NO SCOUR. LENGTH 22.0MTRS, WIDTH 13.2MTRS, HT 7.5MTRS. LIES 160/340 DEGS. STRONG MAGNETIC ANOMALY. INTACT AND APPARENTLY UPRIGHT. (NETSURVEY, HI 1393). AMEND WK 22.5MTRS IN REVISED POSN.
Circumstances of loss
SANK AFTER STRIKING A SUBMERGED OBJECT. BOWS OF VESSEL BURST AND WATER ENTERED. CREW OF 3 RECOVERED.
WRECK MAP LOADING ...
58 8.679 N,5 17.475 W
Margo on Wreck Map
Margo Wreck on Google Map
FAQ
Where is the MARGO wreck located?
The MARGO wreck is located at coordinates 58 8.679 N,5 17.475 W.
How deep is the MARGO and where exactly is it located?
The MARGO lies at a depth of about 22.5 meters and is located at coordinates 58 8.679 N,5 17.475 W.
How deep is the seabed around the MARGO?
The seabed around the MARGO lies at approximately 30 meters deep.
When did the MARGO sink?
The MARGO sank on Nov 12, 2000.
When was the wreck of the MARGO discovered?
The wreck of the MARGO was discovered in 2000.
What country did the MARGO belong to?
The MARGO belonged to GB.
What was the tonnage of the MARGO?
The MARGO had a tonnage of 30 tons.
What type of wreck is the MARGO?
The MARGO is classified as a fishing vessel.
General Comments
INTACT, UPRIGHT