Providence Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Providence Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		54 32.11 N,0 34.035 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 54.535167
  • Longitude: -0.567250
Water Depth 44 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name PROVIDENCE
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 22, 1952
Original Detection Year 1952
Last Detection Year 2016
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Surveying Details H1338/52 25.5.60 SANK 032 DEG, 3M FROM WHITBY HARBOUR ENTRANCE. (CG WHITBY, 22.2.52). POSN 543206N, 003356W FOR FILING ONLY. H5103/83 15.9.83 WK REPD IN KINGFISHER NO W61 LIST. (WHITBY AREA, BAYMANS HOLE, APR 1983 EDN). NCA. H6331/87 20.1.89 NOT FOUND. NO INDICATION OF WRECKAGE ON DCS3. (LAND & MARINE, HI 414B). AMEND DEAD. NCA. SEP 2017/000002822 5.5.17 NOT LOCATED IN M/B SURVEY 2016. (MMT, HI 1491). NFA.
Last Amended Date May 5, 2017

Circumstances of loss

SPRANG A LEAK AND SANK. CREW RECOVERED. (CG, WHITBY).

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FAQ

Where is the PROVIDENCE wreck located?

The PROVIDENCE wreck is located at coordinates 54 32.11 N,0 34.035 W.

How deep is the seabed around the PROVIDENCE?

The seabed around the PROVIDENCE lies at approximately 44 meters deep.

When did the PROVIDENCE sink?

The PROVIDENCE sank on Feb 22, 1952.

When was the wreck of the PROVIDENCE discovered?

The wreck of the PROVIDENCE was discovered in 1952.

What country did the PROVIDENCE belong to?

The PROVIDENCE belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the PROVIDENCE?

The PROVIDENCE is classified as a fishing vessel.

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