Via Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Via Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
54 0.667 N,6 2 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 54.011117
  • Longitude: -6.033333
Water Depth 3 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name VIA
Type sailing vessel
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 5, 1931
Original Detection Year 1931
Last Detection Year 2014
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Surveying Details H4153/31 17.6.31 MASTS REMOVED BY OWNER, SECOND POSN 540120N, 060220W. WRITTEN TO CG FOR FURTHER INFO. NCA. 21.43.14 NOT LOCATED 2013 USING M/B. (INIS HYDRO, HI 1353). NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 18, 2014

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN BRIXHAM. A 68 YEAR OLD TOP-SAIL SCHOONER. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY CAPT JAMES DOYLE OF KILKEEL. LOST AT MOUTH OF CARLINGFORD LOUGH. (WRECK AND RESCUE ON THE E COAST OF IRELAND).

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FAQ

Where is the VIA wreck located?

The VIA wreck is located at coordinates 54 0.667 N,6 2 W.

How deep is the seabed around the VIA?

The seabed around the VIA lies at approximately 3 meters deep.

When did the VIA sink?

The VIA sank on Jun 5, 1931.

When was the wreck of the VIA discovered?

The wreck of the VIA was discovered in 1931.

What type of wreck is the VIA?

The VIA is classified as a sailing vessel.