Benhil I Wreck
| Field |
Value |
| Wreck Category |
dangerous wreck |
| Status |
Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
|
Benhil i Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
|
4 53.268 N,1 43.819 W |
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
|
- Latitude: 4.887800
- Longitude: -1.730317
|
| Water Depth |
14 m
|
| Water Level Effect |
always under water/submerged |
| Vertical Datum |
Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide |
| Name |
BENHIL I |
|
Type
|
fishing vessel
|
| Flag |
GH |
| Length |
22.9 m |
| Width |
7 m |
| Draught |
2.4 |
| Tonnage |
111 |
| Tonnage Type |
gross |
| Conspic Visual |
not visually conspicuous |
| Conspic Radar |
not radar conspicuous |
| Original Detection Year |
1992 |
| Last Detection Year |
2010 |
| Original Source |
national HO/authority wreck information |
| Last Amended Date |
Jun 13, 2011 |
Simplified Wreck Survey
Underwater Wreck Report: BENHIL I. The wreck of the vessel BENHIL I is located off the coast of Takoradi, Ghana. The official wreck position is 4 53.268 N, 1 43.819 W. This underwater obstruction has been confirmed via geo-referencing. Historical survey data indicates the wreck is totally submerged. While earlier reports suggested temporary buoy marking, later assessments have updated the status of this submerged obstacle. The wreck is situated near the Takoradi Harbour approach. Searchers and mariners should note the specific coordinates 4 53.268 N, 1 43.819 W when navigating these waters near the Ghana coastline.
Surveying Details
HH432/350/01 28.1.92 HH432/350/01 28.1.92 TOTALLY SUBMERGED IN 045306N, 014348W. POSN TEMPORARILY MARKED BY G CYLINDRICAL (?CAN) BUOY. (TAKORADI HBR MASTER, GHANA PORTS & HBR AUTH., TELEX 14.1.92). INS AS DWPA. - NM 405/92. HH432/351/01 11.2.92 HH432/351/01 11.2.92 REPORTED IN POSN 069 DEG, 0.19 MILES FROM MAIN B'WATER LT (Q.R). (DIFRAP 0509/92). PLOTS IN 045309N, 014349.5W. NFA. HH429/420/01 20.8.92 HH429/420/01 20.8.92 WK REPD BY TAKORADI PORT CONTROL TO LIE IN POSN 069.5DEG, 2C FROM MAIN B'WATER LT, IN 045308.5N, 014348W. (MV TARKWA, HN 18.7.92). NCA YET. 27.1.10 27.1.10 [WGD] POSN BY GEO-REFERENCING: 0453.268N, 0143.819W. NE 3113. 13.6.10 13.6.10 NOT SHOWN ON US 57065 (AREA SURVEYED 2007). AMEND DEAD. NE 3102.
WRECK MAP LOADING ...
4 53.268 N,1 43.819 W
Benhil I on Wreck Map
Benhil I Wreck on Google Map
FAQ
Where is the BENHIL I wreck located?
The BENHIL I wreck is located at coordinates 4 53.268 N,1 43.819 W.
How deep is the seabed around the BENHIL I?
The seabed around the BENHIL I lies at approximately 14 meters deep.
When was the wreck of the BENHIL I discovered?
The wreck of the BENHIL I was discovered in 1992.
What country did the BENHIL I belong to?
The BENHIL I belonged to GH.
What was the tonnage of the BENHIL I?
The BENHIL I had a tonnage of 111 tons.
What type of wreck is the BENHIL I?
The BENHIL I is classified as a fishing vessel.