Saint Patrick Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Saint patrick Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		59 10.972 N,3 32.093 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 59.182867
  • Longitude: -3.534883
Wreck Depth 50 m
Water Depth 75 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SAINT PATRICK
Type stern trawler
Flag FR
Length 54.3 m
Width 11 m
Draught 4.6
Tonnage 595
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 14, 1988
Original Detection Year 1988
Last Detection Year 2006
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Last Amended Date May 2, 2006

Simplified Wreck Survey

The shipwreck Saint Patrick is an underwater obstruction located at coordinates 59 10.972 N, 3 32.093 W. Originally recorded as sinking in February 1988, subsequent hydrographic surveys in 2006 were unable to locate the wreck, leading authorities to classify it as disproved and dead. Further historical analysis suggests the remains of the Saint Patrick may be associated with an alternative wreck site nearby at coordinates 59 13.021 N, 03 30.845 W.

Surveying Details

H3057/81 2.3.88 H3057/81 2.3.88 SANK IN 591100N, 033200W. (MRSC PENTLAND, TLX DTD 14.2.88). INS AS WK USC PA 50MTRS. - NM 925/88. HH091/072/01 2.5.06 HH091/072/01 2.5.06 NOT LOCATED, DISPROVED. (GARDLINE, HI 1072). AMEND TO DEAD. DELETE. BR STD. 4.10.07 4.10.07 CONSIDERED THAT ST PATRICK IS PROBABLY THE WRECK LOCATED IN 5913.021N, 0330.845W [SEE 424]. (K HEATH TELECON 2.10.07)

Circumstances of loss

GROUNDED ON NORTH SHOAL. WAS ABANDONED BY CREW AND LATER REFLOATED BY STROMNESS LIFEBOAT. SANK WHILE UNDER TOW TO STROMNESS.

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FAQ

Where is the SAINT PATRICK wreck located?

The SAINT PATRICK wreck is located at coordinates 59 10.972 N,3 32.093 W.

How deep is the SAINT PATRICK and where exactly is it located?

The SAINT PATRICK lies at a depth of about 50 meters and is located at coordinates 59 10.972 N,3 32.093 W.

How deep is the seabed around the SAINT PATRICK?

The seabed around the SAINT PATRICK lies at approximately 75 meters deep.

When did the SAINT PATRICK sink?

The SAINT PATRICK sank on Feb 14, 1988.

When was the wreck of the SAINT PATRICK discovered?

The wreck of the SAINT PATRICK was discovered in 1988.

What country did the SAINT PATRICK belong to?

The SAINT PATRICK belonged to FR.

What was the tonnage of the SAINT PATRICK?

The SAINT PATRICK had a tonnage of 595 tons.

What type of wreck is the SAINT PATRICK?

The SAINT PATRICK is classified as a stern trawler.

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