Rath Cormaich Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Rath cormaich Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
55 39.59 N,7 38.977 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.659833
  • Longitude: -7.649617
Wreck Depth 50 m
Water Depth 63 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name RATH CORMAICH
Type fishing vessel
Flag IE
Length 15.2 m
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 9, 1989
Original Detection Year 1989
Original Source ship visit/hydrographic note report
Surveying Details HH292/350/01 10.5.89 HH292/350/01 10.5.89 SANK IN 553936N, 073855W. POSN DERIVED FROM DECCA NAVIGATOR IN LIFEBOAT WHICH WAS WITHIN 60FT OF TRAWLER WHEN SHE SANK. (TODD CHART AGENCY, PORTRUSH, HN DTD 10.4.89). INS AS USC PA 50MTRS. BR STD.
Last Amended Date May 10, 1989

Circumstances of loss

REPORTED TAKING IN WATER. WAS TAKEN IN TOW BY PORTRUSH LIFEBOAT AND WAS MAKING FOR RATHMULLEN HARBOUR WHEN SHE SANK.

General Comments

WOODEN HULL

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FAQ

Where is the RATH CORMAICH wreck located?

The RATH CORMAICH wreck is located at coordinates 55 39.59 N,7 38.977 W.

How deep is the RATH CORMAICH and where exactly is it located?

The RATH CORMAICH lies at a depth of about 50 meters and is located at coordinates 55 39.59 N,7 38.977 W.

How deep is the seabed around the RATH CORMAICH?

The seabed around the RATH CORMAICH lies at approximately 63 meters deep.

When did the RATH CORMAICH sink?

The RATH CORMAICH sank on Apr 9, 1989.

When was the wreck of the RATH CORMAICH discovered?

The wreck of the RATH CORMAICH was discovered in 1989.

What country did the RATH CORMAICH belong to?

The RATH CORMAICH belonged to IE.

What type of wreck is the RATH CORMAICH?

The RATH CORMAICH is classified as a fishing vessel.