Coral Wreck
| Field |
Value |
| Wreck Category |
non-dangerous wreck |
Coral Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
|
50 13.551 N,0 47.97 W |
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
|
- Latitude: 50.225850
- Longitude: -0.799500
|
| Wreck Depth |
47 m
|
| Water Depth |
51 m
|
| Water Level Effect |
always under water/submerged |
| Vertical Datum |
Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide |
| Name |
CORAL |
|
Type
|
steam ship
|
| Flag |
GB |
| Length |
53.3 m |
| Width |
8.5 m |
| Draught |
3 |
| Sonar Length |
53 |
| Sonar Width |
20 |
| Shadow Height |
4 |
| Orientation |
170 |
| Tonnage |
638 |
| Tonnage Type |
gross |
| Cargo |
ballast
|
| Conspic Visual |
not visually conspicuous |
| Conspic Radar |
not radar conspicuous |
| Date Sunk |
Aug 20, 1944
|
| Bottom Texture |
Pebbles |
| Original Detection Year |
1944 |
| Last Detection Year |
2003 |
| Original Source |
published World War 2 losses |
| Last Amended Date |
Oct 23, 2014 |
Simplified Wreck Survey
The wreck of the vessel CORAL is located in the English Channel at coordinates 50 13.551 N, 0 47.97 W. This underwater obstruction is classified as a well-broken wreck resting at a depth of 47.1 meters. Surveys conducted using DGPS indicate the wreck measures approximately 53 meters in length and 20 meters in width, situated within a general seabed depth of 51 to 52 meters. The wreckage lies on a heading of 170/350 degrees and displays a moderate magnetic anomaly. Previous surveys identified the site as a broken-up structure with a vertical clearance height of 4.0 meters. The site is officially charted as a submerged wreck and has been subject to multiple hydrographic examinations to confirm its position and least depth.
Surveying Details
H03135/44 & H03737/44 10.11.44 SUNK IN 501300N, 004800W, APPROX. (PNO 51, 1.11.44). CHART AS NDW. BA 2613. 24.5.54 NOW CHARTED AS NDW PA. NC 2450. 14.8.74 NOW CHARTED AS USC PA 40MTRS. NC 2450. H4121/76 8.11.76 WK EXAM'D 16.6.76 IN 501331N, 004753.6W [OGB] USING HIFIX [2 LOP]. LEAST E/S DEPTH 46 IN GEN DEPTH 50-52MTRS. SCOUR 1MTR DEEP. LIES ROUGHLY N/S, APPARENTLY BROKEN UP. LENGTH 180FT. (HMS FAWN, HI 52/76). AMEND TO WK 46MTRS [25FMS] IN 501331N, 004753.5W [OGB]. - NM BLOCK 239/77. HH090/952/01 21.7.03 EXAM'D 21.7.03 IN 5013.551N, 0047.970W [WGD] USING DGPS. LEAST E/S DEPTH 47.1 IN GEN DEPTH 51-52MTRS. NO SCOUR. LENGTH 53MTRS, WIDTH 20MTRS. DCS3 HT 4.0MTRS. LIES 170/350 DEGS. MODERATE MAGNETIC ANOMALY. WELL BROKEN WK. (GARDLINE, HI 952). AMEND WK 47MTRS. BR STD.
Circumstances of loss
PASSAGE ARROMANCHES FOR SOUTHAMPTON. ON ADMIRALTY SERVICE. TORPEDOED BY U 764. (LL WW2 & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).
WRECK MAP LOADING ...
50 13.551 N,0 47.97 W
Coral on Wreck Map
Coral Wreck on Google Map
FAQ
Where is the CORAL wreck located?
The CORAL wreck is located at coordinates 50 13.551 N,0 47.97 W.
How deep is the CORAL and where exactly is it located?
The CORAL lies at a depth of about 47 meters and is located at coordinates 50 13.551 N,0 47.97 W.
How deep is the seabed around the CORAL?
The seabed around the CORAL lies at approximately 51 meters deep.
When did the CORAL sink?
The CORAL sank on Aug 20, 1944.
When was the wreck of the CORAL discovered?
The wreck of the CORAL was discovered in 1944.
What country did the CORAL belong to?
The CORAL belonged to GB.
What cargo was the CORAL carrying?
The CORAL was carrying ballast.
What was the tonnage of the CORAL?
The CORAL had a tonnage of 638 tons.
What type of wreck is the CORAL?
The CORAL is classified as a steam ship.
General Comments
WELL BROKEN UP