Violet Mitchell Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Violet mitchell Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		25 27 N,77 45 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 25.450000
  • Longitude: -77.750000
Water Depth 5 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name VIOLET MITCHELL
Type motor vessel
Flag BS
Length 49.1 m
Width 7.9 m
Draught 2.7
Tonnage 362
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 20, 1986
Original Detection Year 1989
Original Source diver
Surveying Details H4369/74 27.11.86 SANK IN MAIN SHIPPING CHANNEL AT NW END OF WHALE CAY, BAHAMAS. DIVERS REPORT VESSEL'S DECKHOUSE WAS CRUSHED AND RESTING ON THE BOTTOM, ? LYING UPSIDE DOWN. (LL, 17.11.86). - NCA.
Last Amended Date Jan 25, 2000

Circumstances of loss

17.11.86 CAPSIZED AND SANK IN HEAVY SEAS. (LL, 17.11.86)

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FAQ

Where is the VIOLET MITCHELL wreck located?

The VIOLET MITCHELL wreck is located at coordinates 25 27 N,77 45 W.

How deep is the seabed around the VIOLET MITCHELL?

The seabed around the VIOLET MITCHELL lies at approximately 5 meters deep.

When did the VIOLET MITCHELL sink?

The VIOLET MITCHELL sank on Apr 20, 1986.

When was the wreck of the VIOLET MITCHELL discovered?

The wreck of the VIOLET MITCHELL was discovered in 1989.

What country did the VIOLET MITCHELL belong to?

The VIOLET MITCHELL belonged to BS.

What cargo was the VIOLET MITCHELL carrying?

The VIOLET MITCHELL was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the VIOLET MITCHELL?

The VIOLET MITCHELL had a tonnage of 362 tons.

What type of wreck is the VIOLET MITCHELL?

The VIOLET MITCHELL is classified as a motor vessel.

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