Ptarmigan Wreck
| Field |
Value |
| Wreck Category |
non-dangerous wreck |
Ptarmigan Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
|
56 8.478 N,2 28.238 W |
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
|
- Latitude: 56.141300
- Longitude: -2.470633
|
| Wreck Depth |
46 m
|
| Water Depth |
49 m
|
| Water Level Effect |
always under water/submerged |
| Vertical Datum |
Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide |
| Name |
PTARMIGAN |
|
Type
|
fishing vessel
|
| Flag |
GB |
| Length |
11 m |
| Sonar Length |
12 |
| Sonar Width |
3 |
| Shadow Height |
2 |
| Orientation |
120 |
| Conspic Visual |
not visually conspicuous |
| Conspic Radar |
not radar conspicuous |
| Date Sunk |
Jan 17, 1987
|
| Bottom Texture |
Sand |
| Original Detection Year |
1987 |
| Last Detection Year |
2003 |
| Original Source |
Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports |
| Last Amended Date |
Jan 19, 2004 |
Simplified Wreck Survey
The shipwreck PTARMIGAN is an underwater obstruction located off the coast of Aberdeenshire, Scotland, in the North Sea at coordinates 56 08.478 N, 02 28.238 W. Originally reported as sunk in 1987, the site was surveyed in 2003 using DGPS equipment to confirm its current position and structural status. The wreck remains intact and rests on the seabed at a general depth of 49 meters, with the least echo sounder depth recorded at 46.8 meters. The PTARMIGAN measures 12 meters in length and 3 meters in width, with a total height of 2 meters above the seafloor. The vessel lies on a 120/300-degree orientation. This underwater obstruction is officially charted for maritime navigation and record-keeping purposes.
Surveying Details
H3726/85 5.2.87 SANK IN POSN 560827N, 022802W. (LL 19.1.87). INS AS USCPA 35MTRS. - NM 585/87. 17.1.87 SANK IN 560827N, 022818W. KEEL TO MASTHEAD MEASURMENT APPROX 40FT. (MRSC FORTH , 17.1.87). NCA. HH091/051/01 19.1.03 EXAM'D 17.10.03 IN 5608.478N, 0228.238W [WGD] USING DGPS. LEAST E/S DEPTH 46.8 IN GEN DEPTH 49MTRS. NO SCOUR. LENGTH 12MTRS, WIDTH 3MTRS. DCS3 HT 2MTRS. LIES 120/300 DEGS. INTACT. (NP 1008, HI 1051). AMEND WK 46MTRS. BR STD. HH242/640/06 29.1.04 AMEND BY NM. - NM 1306/04.
Circumstances of loss
STRUCK UNIDENTIFIED FLOATING OBJECT AND WAS HOLED. LATER SANK.
WRECK MAP LOADING ...
56 8.478 N,2 28.238 W
Ptarmigan on Wreck Map
Ptarmigan Wreck on Google Map
FAQ
Where is the PTARMIGAN wreck located?
The PTARMIGAN wreck is located at coordinates 56 8.478 N,2 28.238 W.
How deep is the PTARMIGAN and where exactly is it located?
The PTARMIGAN lies at a depth of about 46 meters and is located at coordinates 56 8.478 N,2 28.238 W.
How deep is the seabed around the PTARMIGAN?
The seabed around the PTARMIGAN lies at approximately 49 meters deep.
When did the PTARMIGAN sink?
The PTARMIGAN sank on Jan 17, 1987.
When was the wreck of the PTARMIGAN discovered?
The wreck of the PTARMIGAN was discovered in 1987.
What country did the PTARMIGAN belong to?
The PTARMIGAN belonged to GB.
What type of wreck is the PTARMIGAN?
The PTARMIGAN is classified as a fishing vessel.
General Comments
INTACT