Alcan Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Alcan Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		60 5.148 N,25 24.005 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 60.085800
  • Longitude: 25.400083
Wreck Depth 32 m
Water Depth 40 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Sea Level
Name ALCAN
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1951
Last Detection Year 2017
Original Source national HO/authority notice to mariners
Last Amended Date Mar 6, 2018

Simplified Wreck Survey

The ALCAN is an underwater shipwreck located in the Gulf of Finland within the Baltic Sea, positioned off the southern coast of Finland near the maritime approaches east of Helsinki. Located at coordinates 60° 05.148' N, 25° 24.005' E, this submerged marine obstruction lies at a surveyed depth of 32.0 meters. Official hydrographic records first registered the wreck in December 1951 via Finnish Notice to Mariners 430/51 at coordinates 60° 05.10' N, 25° 24.11' E, with subsequent cartographic verification recorded in June 2002 on Finnish nautical chart 17 at position 60° 05.135' N, 25° 24.195' E. The site serves as a documented navigational point of interest for hydrographic surveying, maritime safety, and wreck researchers in Finnish coastal waters.

Surveying Details

11.12.51 WK 32.0MTRS IN 600510N, 252411E. (FINNISH NM 430/51) NC 173. 18.6.02 SHOWN IN 6005.135N, 2524.195E [HEL] ON FINNISH 17 [3RD EDN 2001]. NE 1083.

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FAQ

Where is the ALCAN wreck located?

The ALCAN wreck is located at coordinates 60 5.148 N,25 24.005 E.

How deep is the ALCAN and where exactly is it located?

The ALCAN lies at a depth of about 32 meters and is located at coordinates 60 5.148 N,25 24.005 E.

How deep is the seabed around the ALCAN?

The seabed around the ALCAN lies at approximately 40 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the ALCAN discovered?

The wreck of the ALCAN was discovered in 1951.

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