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Sankaty Head

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Sankaty Head
in better days
(Bill Carter collection)

 

The table below provides historical and statistical data on the vessel. Some of the information may be incomplete. If you have additions or corrections, please e-mail us at the address listed below.

Shipwreck Data

Vessel Name Sankaty Head
Other Names  
Vessel Type Fishing Vessel
Owner Andrew Olejaaz
Length / Beam / Draft (feet) 55' / 17' / 6'
Tonnage 37
Hull Construction Wood
Propulsion Oil / Screw
Cargo Fish
Built 1924 at Nanatucket, MA
Date of Loss October 12, 1967
Reason for Loss Trawl door pierced hull
Fatalities None
Location 4 miles east of Manomet Point, Plymouth, MA
Coordinates (Lat/Lon) 41-55-03.7N / 70-26-41.8W
Coordinates (Loran C) 13948.7 / 25464.9 / 44078.1
Water Depth (feet) 120'
Typical Visibility (feet) 5-10'
Wreck Condition Mostly flattened and covered with nets
Diving Considerations  
Other Information  
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