Ocean Maid Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Ocean maid Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		60 7.969 N,0 52.119 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 60.132817
  • Longitude: -0.868650
Water Depth 105 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name OCEAN MAID
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Length 21.3 m
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 30, 1962
Original Detection Year 1988
Original Source fishing vessel
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Simplified Wreck Survey

The shipwreck Ocean Maid lies at coordinates 60 7.969 N, 0 52.119 W located approximately 6 miles southeast of the Island of Noss in the North Sea. Following the recovery of wreckage including the keel, rudder, propeller, shaft, and gearbox in a trawl, the site has been identified as the remains of the Ocean Maid. The propeller serial number confirmed the identity of the vessel. The wreck site is currently classified as non-dangerous and positioned approximately, serving as a known underwater obstruction for mariners navigating the waters near the Shetland Islands. Current maritime records list the Ocean Maid as a wreckage site that has been reviewed and recorded for navigational safety.

Surveying Details

7.12.88 WRECKAGE [AFTER PART OF KEEL, RUDDER & PROPELLER, SHAFT & GEAR BOX] RECOVERED IN TRAWL, IN APPROX POSN 600800N, 005200W, 6M SE OF ISLAND OF NOSS. PROPELLER SERIAL NUMBER IDENTIFIES IT AS FROM 'OCEAN MAID'. (FISHING NEWS, 2.12.88). NCA YET. 4.11.98 RECORD REVIEWED. INS AS NDW PA. BR STD.

Circumstances of loss

PRESUMED TO HAVE FOUNDERED IN BAD WEATHER.

General Comments

WOODEN HULL

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FAQ

Where is the OCEAN MAID wreck located?

The OCEAN MAID wreck is located at coordinates 60 7.969 N,0 52.119 W.

How deep is the seabed around the OCEAN MAID?

The seabed around the OCEAN MAID lies at approximately 105 meters deep.

When did the OCEAN MAID sink?

The OCEAN MAID sank on Jan 30, 1962.

When was the wreck of the OCEAN MAID discovered?

The wreck of the OCEAN MAID was discovered in 1988.

What country did the OCEAN MAID belong to?

The OCEAN MAID belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the OCEAN MAID?

The OCEAN MAID is classified as a fishing vessel.

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