Seaforth Jarl Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Seaforth jarl Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
46 17.3 N,56 47 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 46.288333
  • Longitude: -56.783333
Water Depth 60 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SEAFORTH JARL
Type tug
Flag CA
Length 67.1 m
Width 14.6 m
Draught 4.9
Tonnage 1376
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo metal: concentrate and products
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 18, 1983
Original Detection Year 1984
Last Detection Year 1984
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H2692/80 16.1.84 H2692/80 16.1.84 SANK IN 461736N, 564900W IN 24FMS. DIVING VESSEL INVESTIGATING. (LL 20.12.83). NCA. H3764/70 18.7.84 H3764/70 18.7.84 DW IN 461718N, 564700W. (NAVAREA IV 1655/84). IN APPROX 60MTRS. NCA. H3764/70 20.8.84 H3764/70 20.8.84 NDW IN 461718N, 564700W. (CANADIAN NM 616/84). BR STD.
Last Amended Date Oct 1, 1984

Circumstances of loss

CAPSIZED & SANK DURING GALE CONDITIONS WHEN CARGO OF OIL-RIG ANCHOR CHAIN MOVED.

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 46 17.3 N,56 47 W
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FAQ

Where is the SEAFORTH JARL wreck located?

The SEAFORTH JARL wreck is located at coordinates 46 17.3 N,56 47 W.

How deep is the seabed around the SEAFORTH JARL?

The seabed around the SEAFORTH JARL lies at approximately 60 meters deep.

When did the SEAFORTH JARL sink?

The SEAFORTH JARL sank on Dec 18, 1983.

When was the wreck of the SEAFORTH JARL discovered?

The wreck of the SEAFORTH JARL was discovered in 1984.

What country did the SEAFORTH JARL belong to?

The SEAFORTH JARL belonged to CA.

What cargo was the SEAFORTH JARL carrying?

The SEAFORTH JARL was carrying metal: concentrate and products.

What was the tonnage of the SEAFORTH JARL?

The SEAFORTH JARL had a tonnage of 1376 tons.

What type of wreck is the SEAFORTH JARL?

The SEAFORTH JARL is classified as a tug.