My Lady Violet Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
My lady violet Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
49 40.538 N,5 33.059 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 49.675633
  • Longitude: -5.550983
Wreck Depth 80 m
Water Depth 88 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MY LADY VIOLET
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Length 12.2 m
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 2, 1979
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1979
Last Detection Year 1989
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H5051/70 7.6.79 H5051/70 7.6.79 SANK IN APPROX 494030N, 053300W [OGB]. (LL, 4.6.79). CHART AS USCPA 80MTRS. - NM 2549/79. H6501/87/2 8.3.89 H6501/87/2 8.3.89 NOT FOUND DURING MAGNETOMETER AND SONAR AREA SEARCH. (HMS BULLDOG, HI 430). DELETED. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Oct 3, 2006

Circumstances of loss

SPRANG A PLANK. ENGINE ROOM FILLED WITH WATER AND EVENTUALLY VESSEL SANK.

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FAQ

Where is the MY LADY VIOLET wreck located?

The MY LADY VIOLET wreck is located at coordinates 49 40.538 N,5 33.059 W.

How deep is the MY LADY VIOLET and where exactly is it located?

The MY LADY VIOLET lies at a depth of about 80 meters and is located at coordinates 49 40.538 N,5 33.059 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MY LADY VIOLET?

The seabed around the MY LADY VIOLET lies at approximately 88 meters deep.

When did the MY LADY VIOLET sink?

The MY LADY VIOLET sank on Jun 2, 1979.

When was the wreck of the MY LADY VIOLET discovered?

The wreck of the MY LADY VIOLET was discovered in 1979.

What country did the MY LADY VIOLET belong to?

The MY LADY VIOLET belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the MY LADY VIOLET?

The MY LADY VIOLET is classified as a fishing vessel.