Stanley Bay Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Stanley bay Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
43 43.43 N,5 57.6 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 43.723833
  • Longitude: -5.960000
Wreck Depth 75 m
Water Depth 110 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name STANLEY BAY
Type motor vessel
Flag GB
Length 85.6 m
Width 15.2 m
Draught 7.3
Tonnage 3192
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo minerals
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 23, 1986
Original Detection Year 1986
Last Detection Year 1998
Original Source national HO authority radio navigational warning
Surveying Details H2909/85 7.2.86 H2909/85 7.2.86 SANK IN 434330N, 055730W. (NAV II 14/86). INS AS USCPA 75MTRS. BR STD. 6.10.98 6.10.98 NOT SHOWN ON SPANISH 405 [EDN DTD 12/97]. AMENDED TO DEAD. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Oct 6, 1998

Circumstances of loss

REPORTED STEERING FAILURE AND SEVERE WATER INGRESS IN ENGINE ROOM. ABANDONED BY CREW AND LATER SANK. ON PASSAGE DUBLIN TO AVILES.

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 43 43.43 N,5 57.6 W
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FAQ

Where is the STANLEY BAY wreck located?

The STANLEY BAY wreck is located at coordinates 43 43.43 N,5 57.6 W.

How deep is the STANLEY BAY and where exactly is it located?

The STANLEY BAY lies at a depth of about 75 meters and is located at coordinates 43 43.43 N,5 57.6 W.

How deep is the seabed around the STANLEY BAY?

The seabed around the STANLEY BAY lies at approximately 110 meters deep.

When did the STANLEY BAY sink?

The STANLEY BAY sank on Jan 23, 1986.

When was the wreck of the STANLEY BAY discovered?

The wreck of the STANLEY BAY was discovered in 1986.

What country did the STANLEY BAY belong to?

The STANLEY BAY belonged to GB.

What cargo was the STANLEY BAY carrying?

The STANLEY BAY was carrying minerals.

What was the tonnage of the STANLEY BAY?

The STANLEY BAY had a tonnage of 3192 tons.

What type of wreck is the STANLEY BAY?

The STANLEY BAY is classified as a motor vessel.