Sapphire Wreck
| Field |
Value |
| Wreck Category |
non-dangerous wreck |
Sapphire Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
|
57 1.022 N,6 2.628 W |
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
|
- Latitude: 57.017033
- Longitude: -6.043800
|
| Wreck Depth |
59 m
|
| Water Depth |
63 m
|
| Water Level Effect |
always under water/submerged |
| Vertical Datum |
Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide |
| Name |
SAPPHIRE |
|
Type
|
fishing vessel
|
| Flag |
GB |
| Sonar Length |
10.7 |
| Sonar Width |
4 |
| Shadow Height |
3.6 |
| Orientation |
157 |
| Conspic Visual |
not visually conspicuous |
| Conspic Radar |
not radar conspicuous |
| Date Sunk |
Apr 23, 1997
|
| Original Detection Year |
1997 |
| Last Detection Year |
2009 |
| Original Source |
national coast guard or patrol |
| Last Amended Date |
Sep 29, 2009 |
Simplified Wreck Survey
The shipwreck known as SAPPHIRE lies at the coordinates 57 1.022 N, 6 2.628 W, located off the west coast of Scotland near the Inner Hebrides. This underwater obstruction sits at a depth of approximately 59.6 meters within a general seabed depth of 63.2 meters. The vessel is reported as being intact and resting in an upright position, oriented along a 157/337 degree axis. Measuring 10.68 meters in length, 4.0 meters in width, and 3.62 meters in height, the wreckage shows apparent structural damage to its south-west facing side but no evidence of seabed scour. Detailed surveys confirm the site remains a significant underwater feature for maritime navigation in the region.
Surveying Details
HH272/580/02 28.4.97 HH272/580/02 28.4.97 SANK IN 570102N, 060234W [OGB] IN 61MTRS. (MRCC CLYDE, FAX DTD 23.4.97). INS AS NDW. BR STD. HH091/299/01 29.9.09 HH091/299/01 & SEP 2009/000135049 29.9.09 EXAM'D 17.5.09 IN 5701.0217N, 0602.6284W [WGD] USING DGPS. LEAST M/B DEPTH 59.64 IN GEN DEPTH 63.2MTRS. NO SCOUR. LENGTH 10.68MTRS, WIDTH 4.0MTRS, HT 3.62MTRS. LIES 157/337 DEGS. INTACT, UPRIGHT. APPARENT DAMAGE TO SOUTH WEST FACING SIDE. (NETSURVEY, HI 1299). AMEND WK 59MTRS IN REVISED POSN. BR STD.
Circumstances of loss
SANK WHILE UNDER TOW OF FV JASTLO C. CREW OF 2 WERE ON BOARD TOWING VESSEL.
WRECK MAP LOADING ...
57 1.022 N,6 2.628 W
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FAQ
Where is the SAPPHIRE wreck located?
The SAPPHIRE wreck is located at coordinates 57 1.022 N,6 2.628 W.
How deep is the SAPPHIRE and where exactly is it located?
The SAPPHIRE lies at a depth of about 59 meters and is located at coordinates 57 1.022 N,6 2.628 W.
How deep is the seabed around the SAPPHIRE?
The seabed around the SAPPHIRE lies at approximately 63 meters deep.
When did the SAPPHIRE sink?
The SAPPHIRE sank on Apr 23, 1997.
When was the wreck of the SAPPHIRE discovered?
The wreck of the SAPPHIRE was discovered in 1997.
What country did the SAPPHIRE belong to?
The SAPPHIRE belonged to GB.
What type of wreck is the SAPPHIRE?
The SAPPHIRE is classified as a fishing vessel.
General Comments
UPRIGHT, INTACT, APPARENT DAMAGE TO SW'LY SIDE