Mizpah Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Mizpah Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		56 15.192 N,5 45.164 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 56.253200
  • Longitude: -5.752733
Wreck Depth 47 m
Water Depth 58 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MIZPAH
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Length 15.5 m
Tonnage 25
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 8, 1981
Original Detection Year 1981
Last Detection Year 2014
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Apr 16, 2014

Simplified Wreck Survey

The underwater shipwreck known as MIZPAH is located at coordinates 56 15.192 N, 5 45.164 W off the west coast of Scotland near the Firth of Lorne and Sound of Jura. Originally sinking on October 6, 1981, the site was historically surveyed as an underwater obstruction with a least depth or clearance of 47 meters. Modern hydrographic surveys updated its exact geographic position to 56 15.192 N, 5 45.164 W. Recent multibeam bathymetry data indicates the wreck is no longer charted or visible as a distinct feature, leading to its status being amended to dead or removed from active routing data.

Surveying Details

H4458/80 6.10.81 H4458/80 6.10.81 SANK IN 561512N, 054506W [OGB]. (LL, 9 & 10.9.81 & TELEX 8.9.81). INS AS WK USC 47.0MTRS. BR STD. 7.10.06 7.10.06 [EUT] POSN: 5615.192N, 0545.164W. NE 2386. 16.54.14 16.54.14 NOT SHOWN IN M/B DATA. (INIS HYDRO, HI 1354, BDC). AMEND DEAD.

Circumstances of loss

CAUGHT FIRE & TAKEN IN TOW, BUT TOW RELEASED WHEN NO HOPE OF SAVING VESSEL. (LL)

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FAQ

Where is the MIZPAH wreck located?

The MIZPAH wreck is located at coordinates 56 15.192 N,5 45.164 W.

How deep is the MIZPAH and where exactly is it located?

The MIZPAH lies at a depth of about 47 meters and is located at coordinates 56 15.192 N,5 45.164 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MIZPAH?

The seabed around the MIZPAH lies at approximately 58 meters deep.

When did the MIZPAH sink?

The MIZPAH sank on Sep 8, 1981.

When was the wreck of the MIZPAH discovered?

The wreck of the MIZPAH was discovered in 1981.

What country did the MIZPAH belong to?

The MIZPAH belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the MIZPAH?

The MIZPAH had a tonnage of 25 tons.

What type of wreck is the MIZPAH?

The MIZPAH is classified as a fishing vessel.

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