Orca Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Orca Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		55 45.499 N,1 31.515 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.758317
  • Longitude: -1.525250
Wreck Depth 50 m
Water Depth 65 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ORCA
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Length 16.8 m
Tonnage 25
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 10, 1982
Original Detection Year 1982
Last Detection Year 2001
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Surveying Details H3227/78 24.6.82 SANK IN 554530N, 013125W. POSN BY DECCA. (TYNE CG MRSC, 1.6.82). INS AS USCPA 50MTRS. BR STD. HH090/915/01 18.1.02 NOT LOCATED. (GARDLINE, HI 915). AMENDED DEAD. BR STD. RSDRA2022000214078 3.10.22 NOT LOCATED IN M/B DATASET (2022). (A-2-SEA SOLUTIONS LTD, HI 1711). NFA.
Last Amended Date Jan 18, 2002

Circumstances of loss

REPD TAKING WATER AND SINKING FAST 7 TO 8 MILES E OF HOLY IS.

General Comments

WOODEN HULL

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FAQ

Where is the ORCA wreck located?

The ORCA wreck is located at coordinates 55 45.499 N,1 31.515 W.

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

The ORCA lies at a depth of about 50 meters and is located at coordinates 55 45.499 N,1 31.515 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ORCA?

The seabed around the ORCA lies at approximately 65 meters deep.

When did the ORCA sink?

The ORCA sank on Jun 10, 1982.

When was the wreck of the ORCA discovered?

The wreck of the ORCA was discovered in 1982.

What country did the ORCA belong to?

The ORCA belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the ORCA?

The ORCA had a tonnage of 25 tons.

What type of wreck is the ORCA?

The ORCA is classified as a fishing vessel.

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