Brandaris Wreck
| Field |
Value |
| Wreck Category |
non-dangerous wreck |
Brandaris Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
|
45 35 N,3 10 W |
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
|
- Latitude: 45.583333
- Longitude: -3.166667
|
| Wreck Depth |
120 m
|
| Water Depth |
135 m
|
| Water Level Effect |
always under water/submerged |
| Vertical Datum |
Lowest Astronomical Tide |
| Name |
BRANDARIS |
|
Type
|
motor vessel
|
| Flag |
NL |
| Length |
45.7 m |
| Width |
8.5 m |
| Draught |
3.7 |
| Tonnage |
473 |
| Tonnage Type |
gross |
| Cargo |
scrap metal,ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined
|
| Conspic Visual |
not visually conspicuous |
| Conspic Radar |
not radar conspicuous |
| Original Detection Year |
1968 |
| Last Detection Year |
1993 |
| Original Source |
Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports |
| Last Amended Date |
Dec 5, 2001 |
Simplified Wreck Survey
The shipwreck Brandaris is located at coordinates 45 35 N, 3 10 W, situated in the Atlantic Ocean off the coast of France near the Gironde estuary entrance. Originally reported as a vessel that sank in approximately 135 meters of water, the wreck is classified as a non-dangerous wreck with a depth of 120 meters. Historical surveying data from the UK Hydrographic Office and French records indicate the wreck site is documented with high positional accuracy. The site is identified on nautical charts, including French chart 6990 and British Admiralty chart 1104, as a confirmed shipwreck obstruction. Current data confirms the wreck lies at a general depth of 120 meters, with the position fixed at 45 35 00 N, 03 10 00 W.
Surveying Details
H5350/53 18.3.69 H5350/53 18.3.69 SANK 80M W OF R GIRONDE ENTRANCE IN GEN DEPTH 75FMS APPROX. (LLOYDS, APR 1968). 12.12.84 12.12.84 SHOWN AS NDW PD IN 453500N, 031000W ON FRENCH 6990 [1984 EDN]. GEN DEPTH 135MTRS. 15.8.89 15.8.89 WK 120MTRS IN 453500N, 031000W. POSN ACCURACY 1M. GEN DEPTH 135MTRS. SOURCE GIVEN AS BRITISH INFORMATION. (FRENCH WK RECORDS 1987, NO.14553002). 29.7.93 29.7.93 SHOWN AS WK USC PA 120MTRS IN 453500N, 031000W [EUR] ON FRENCH 6990 [1992 EDN][SCALE 1:355000]. CHART AS WK USC 120MTRS. BR STD. BA 1104 STS FOR PA.
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45 35 N,3 10 W
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FAQ
Where is the BRANDARIS wreck located?
The BRANDARIS wreck is located at coordinates 45 35 N,3 10 W.
How deep is the BRANDARIS and where exactly is it located?
The BRANDARIS lies at a depth of about 120 meters and is located at coordinates 45 35 N,3 10 W.
How deep is the seabed around the BRANDARIS?
The seabed around the BRANDARIS lies at approximately 135 meters deep.
When was the wreck of the BRANDARIS discovered?
The wreck of the BRANDARIS was discovered in 1968.
What country did the BRANDARIS belong to?
The BRANDARIS belonged to NL.
What cargo was the BRANDARIS carrying?
The BRANDARIS was carrying scrap metal,ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined.
What was the tonnage of the BRANDARIS?
The BRANDARIS had a tonnage of 473 tons.
What type of wreck is the BRANDARIS?
The BRANDARIS is classified as a motor vessel.
General Comments
Chart No: BA 1104