Ocean Herald Ii Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Ocean herald ii Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		57 33.485 N,1 47.602 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 57.558083
  • Longitude: -1.793367
Water Depth 1 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name OCEAN HERALD II
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Length 21.6 m
Tonnage 49
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 28, 1984
Original Detection Year 1984
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Dec 2, 2002

Simplified Wreck Survey

The wreck of the OCEAN HERALD II is located at coordinates 57 33.485 N, 1 47.602 W off the coast of Aberdeenshire, Scotland. This underwater obstruction, historically recorded as a grounded vessel, is noted for being well broken due to severe structural damage sustained from heavy surf and tidal conditions. Originally reported as a grounded steel wreck, the remains are settled on the seabed near the Scottish coastline. This wreck site is documented for navigational safety and serves as a point of interest for maritime records.

Surveying Details

H3060/79 29.2.84 GROUNDED IN 573330N, 014730W. WILL PROBABLY BREAK UP ON RISING TIDE AND IN HEAVY SURF IN AREA. (LL 30.1.84). FOR FILING ONLY. NCA.

Circumstances of loss

RAN AGROUND IN HEAVY SURF AND SWELL AT SCOTSTOWN HEAD.

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 57 33.485 N,1 47.602 W
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FAQ

Where is the OCEAN HERALD II wreck located?

The OCEAN HERALD II wreck is located at coordinates 57 33.485 N,1 47.602 W.

How deep is the seabed around the OCEAN HERALD II?

The seabed around the OCEAN HERALD II lies at approximately 1 meter deep.

When did the OCEAN HERALD II sink?

The OCEAN HERALD II sank on Jan 28, 1984.

When was the wreck of the OCEAN HERALD II discovered?

The wreck of the OCEAN HERALD II was discovered in 1984.

What country did the OCEAN HERALD II belong to?

The OCEAN HERALD II belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the OCEAN HERALD II?

The OCEAN HERALD II had a tonnage of 49 tons.

What type of wreck is the OCEAN HERALD II?

The OCEAN HERALD II is classified as a fishing vessel.

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