Misty Isle Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Misty isle Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		57 51.149 N,2 59.76 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 57.852483
  • Longitude: -2.996000
Wreck Depth 82 m
Water Depth 88 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MISTY ISLE
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Length 12.2 m
Shadow Height 5
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 4, 1970
Original Detection Year 1970
Last Detection Year 2017
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Jun 8, 2017

Simplified Wreck Survey

The shipwreck of the Misty Isle is an underwater obstruction located off the coast of Buckie in the Moray Firth, Scotland, at coordinates 57 51.149 N, 2 59.76 W. Originally reported by a local fishing skipper and subsequently examined by naval vessels including HMS Bulldog and HMS Beagle, the site features a least echo sounder depth of 82 meters within a general surrounding depth of 88 meters, with a height of 5 meters and no observed scour.

Surveying Details

SANK 13MILES N OF BUCKIE. (LL). NCA YET. H2336/84 14.11.86 WK OF MISTY ISLE REPORTED IN 575109N, 025930W BY LOCAL FISHING SKIPPER. (HMS BULLDOG, HI 246 & LTR DTD 22.10.86). INS AS NDW. BR STD. H2336/84 26.3.87 EXAM'D 30.11.86 IN 575110N, 025940W [OGB]. LEAST E/S DEPTH 82 IN GEN DEPTH 88MTRS. NO SCOUR. DCS3 HT 5MTRS. (HMS BEAGLE, HI 246). BR STD.

Circumstances of loss

SANK FOLLOWING A COLLISION WITH FV KATHLEEN. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the MISTY ISLE wreck located?

The MISTY ISLE wreck is located at coordinates 57 51.149 N,2 59.76 W.

How deep is the MISTY ISLE and where exactly is it located?

The MISTY ISLE lies at a depth of about 82 meters and is located at coordinates 57 51.149 N,2 59.76 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MISTY ISLE?

The seabed around the MISTY ISLE lies at approximately 88 meters deep.

When did the MISTY ISLE sink?

The MISTY ISLE sank on Mar 4, 1970.

When was the wreck of the MISTY ISLE discovered?

The wreck of the MISTY ISLE was discovered in 1970.

What country did the MISTY ISLE belong to?

The MISTY ISLE belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the MISTY ISLE?

The MISTY ISLE is classified as a fishing vessel.

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