Braga Wreck
| Field |
Value |
| Wreck Category |
dangerous wreck |
Braga Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
|
50 12.481 N,0 46.435 E |
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
|
- Latitude: 50.208017
- Longitude: 0.773917
|
| Wreck Depth |
22 m
|
| Water Depth |
31 m
|
| Water Level Effect |
always under water/submerged |
| Vertical Datum |
Lowest Astronomical Tide |
| Name |
BRAGA |
|
Type
|
motor vessel
|
| Flag |
NO |
| Shadow Height |
9.1 |
| Orientation |
155 |
| Tonnage |
1671 |
| Tonnage Type |
gross |
| Cargo |
foodstuffs: solid
|
| Conspic Visual |
not visually conspicuous |
| Conspic Radar |
not radar conspicuous |
| Date Sunk |
Feb 7, 1961
|
| Original Detection Year |
1961 |
| Last Detection Year |
2006 |
| Original Source |
Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports |
| Last Amended Date |
Sep 15, 2006 |
Simplified Wreck Survey
UKHO wreck details for the BRAGA located at coordinates 50 12.481 N, 0 46.435 E in the English Channel. The shipwreck lies in one piece oriented along a 155/355 degree axis with a least depth of 22 meters. Sonar examinations record a height of 9.1 meters above a general seabed depth of 31 meters with the structure noted as being heavily netted by fishing gear.
Surveying Details
H1102/61 28.3.61 H1102/61 28.3.61 SUNK IN PA 501000N, 003000E. (FRENCH NM 61 08 11 & LL). INS AS NDW PA. NC 2612. H1102/61 1.8.62 H1102/61 1.8.62 WK LOCATED IN 501225N, 004624E. (FRENCH NM 62 22 11). AMEND POSN. BR STD. 24.8.78 24.8.78 SHOWN AS WK 22MTRS ON FRENCH 5107 [1977 EDN]. BR STD. 6.3.92 6.3.92 EXAM'D 1974 IN 501229N, 004629E [EUR] USING HIFIX. ACCURACY 20MTRS. SONAR HEIGHT 9.1MTRS IN GEN DEPTH 31MTRS. (FRENCH WK RECORDS 1988). AMEND POSN. [OGB] POSN: 501223N, 004630E. BR STD. 12.3.98 12.3.98 LIES 155/355DEGS. IN ONE PIECE. WK IS NETTED. (FRENCH WK RECORDS 1998). NCA. 15.9.06 SEP 2006/000373179 15.9.06 WK 22MTRS SHOWN IN 5012.481N, 0046.435E [WGD] ON FRENCH 6824 [4TH EDN 2006]. BR STD.
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50 12.481 N,0 46.435 E
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FAQ
Where is the BRAGA wreck located?
The BRAGA wreck is located at coordinates 50 12.481 N,0 46.435 E.
How deep is the BRAGA and where exactly is it located?
The BRAGA lies at a depth of about 22 meters and is located at coordinates 50 12.481 N,0 46.435 E.
How deep is the seabed around the BRAGA?
The seabed around the BRAGA lies at approximately 31 meters deep.
When did the BRAGA sink?
The BRAGA sank on Feb 7, 1961.
When was the wreck of the BRAGA discovered?
The wreck of the BRAGA was discovered in 1961.
What country did the BRAGA belong to?
The BRAGA belonged to NO.
What cargo was the BRAGA carrying?
The BRAGA was carrying foodstuffs: solid.
What was the tonnage of the BRAGA?
The BRAGA had a tonnage of 1671 tons.
What type of wreck is the BRAGA?
The BRAGA is classified as a motor vessel.
General Comments
INTACT, ON PORT SIDE, NET ON BOWS