Prospective Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Prospective Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		56 55.685 N,7 3.122 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 56.928083
  • Longitude: -7.052033
Wreck Depth 115 m
Water Depth 130 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name PROSPECTIVE
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Tonnage 58
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 2, 1989
Original Detection Year 1989
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Dec 7, 1989

Simplified Wreck Survey

The shipwreck PROSPECTIVE is located off the coast of the Outer Hebrides, Scotland, at coordinates 56 55.685 N, 7 3.122 W. This underwater wreck site, originally recorded as sinking in 1989, sits as a noted obstruction on the seabed. Positioned in the waters near the Hebrides, the site is designated for maritime navigation safety and charted as an underwater obstruction. Searchers and mariners looking for wreck data near the Scottish coast can identify this feature by its precise geographic coordinates.

Surveying Details

HH272/350/01 7.12.89 HH272/350/01 7.12.89 SANK IN 565542N, 070304W [OGB]. (LL 14.11.89). INS AS USCPA 115MTRS. BR STD.

Circumstances of loss

TOOK IN WATER THROUGH A BURST PIPE IN ENGINE ROOM DURING FORCE 8 GALE. ABANDONED BY CREW AND LATER SANK.

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FAQ

Where is the PROSPECTIVE wreck located?

The PROSPECTIVE wreck is located at coordinates 56 55.685 N,7 3.122 W.

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

The PROSPECTIVE lies at a depth of about 115 meters and is located at coordinates 56 55.685 N,7 3.122 W.

How deep is the seabed around the PROSPECTIVE?

The seabed around the PROSPECTIVE lies at approximately 130 meters deep.

When did the PROSPECTIVE sink?

The PROSPECTIVE sank on Nov 2, 1989.

When was the wreck of the PROSPECTIVE discovered?

The wreck of the PROSPECTIVE was discovered in 1989.

What country did the PROSPECTIVE belong to?

The PROSPECTIVE belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the PROSPECTIVE?

The PROSPECTIVE had a tonnage of 58 tons.

What type of wreck is the PROSPECTIVE?

The PROSPECTIVE is classified as a fishing vessel.

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