Christel Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Christel Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
53 32.75 N,5 37.737 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.545833
  • Longitude: 5.628950
Water Depth 21 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CHRISTEL
Type motor vessel
Tonnage 142
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 7, 1954
Original Detection Year 1954
Last Detection Year 1993
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H7263/54 7.12.54 NDW IN 533252N, 053746E. (NETH NM 276/3813 & LLOYDS). BR STD. H5760/59 23.10.59 NOT SHOWN ON NETH CHART. DELETE NE 2593. H2671/63 22.8.63 NDW SHOWN IN 533248N, 053749E ON NETH 1458. REINSERTED ON NE 2593. 7.2.69 AMENDED TO DW [UNDER 15FMS] ON NE 1405. H3150/69 10.6.69 AMENDED TO FOUL (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). NE 1405. 21.1.71 AMENDED TO NDW. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). NE 2593. 20.1.78 SHOWN ON NETH 1352 [1977 EDN]. 24.8.89 NDW IN 533251N, 053749E. (NETH WK NO.M8-560). NE 1405. H340/680/01 28.1.93 WK DELETED. (NETH NM 100/93). AMENDED TO DEAD. - NM 540/93.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

MINED. (H(W)165/55).

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FAQ

Where is the CHRISTEL wreck located?

The CHRISTEL wreck is located at coordinates 53 32.75 N,5 37.737 E.

How deep is the seabed around the CHRISTEL?

The seabed around the CHRISTEL lies at approximately 21 meters deep.

When did the CHRISTEL sink?

The CHRISTEL sank on Nov 7, 1954.

When was the wreck of the CHRISTEL discovered?

The wreck of the CHRISTEL was discovered in 1954.

What cargo was the CHRISTEL carrying?

The CHRISTEL was carrying ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined.

What was the tonnage of the CHRISTEL?

The CHRISTEL had a tonnage of 142 tons.

What type of wreck is the CHRISTEL?

The CHRISTEL is classified as a motor vessel.