Del Rio Wreck
| Field |
Value |
| Wreck Category |
dangerous wreck |
Del rio Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
|
50 44.448 N,0 20.609 W |
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
|
- Latitude: 50.740800
- Longitude: -0.343483
|
| Wreck Depth |
12.06 m
|
| Water Depth |
12 m
|
| Water Level Effect |
always under water/submerged |
| Vertical Datum |
Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide |
| Name |
DEL RIO |
|
Type
|
fishing vessel
|
| Flag |
GB |
| Length |
7.9 m |
| Sonar Length |
7.6 |
| Sonar Width |
2.75 |
| Shadow Height |
0.95 |
| Orientation |
325 |
| Conspic Visual |
not visually conspicuous |
| Conspic Radar |
not radar conspicuous |
| Date Sunk |
Aug 31, 1980
|
| Original Detection Year |
1980 |
| Last Detection Year |
2018 |
| Original Source |
national HO/authority wreck information |
| Last Amended Date |
May 21, 2019 |
Simplified Wreck Survey
The underwater wreck DEL RIO is located at coordinates 50 44.448 N, 0 20.609 W in the English Channel off the coast of Worthing, West Sussex. Following a detailed hydrographic survey conducted in April 2019, the wreck was confirmed at these precise coordinates with a measured least depth of 12.06 meters in an area with a general depth of 12 meters. The wreckage measures 7.6 meters in length, 2.8 meters in width, and 0.9 meters in height, with an orientation of 145/325 degrees. Previous historical reports of the wreck were updated following this sonar examination, which established the current status and dimensions of the obstruction for navigational records.
Surveying Details
H2595/80 9.9.80 REPD SUNK IN APPROX 504430N, 002030W [OGB]. THOUGHT TO BE NO HAZARD TO NAVIGATION. (TH COWES TLX 31.8.80). NCA. POSN FOR FILING ONLY. H2595/80 9.9.80 REPD SUNK IN POSN 165DEGS(T), 4.3M FROM WORTHING PIER. (RCC PLYMOUTH, SIG DTD 31.8.80). NCA. HH090/944/01 17.1.02 NOT LOCATED, DISPROVED. (NP 1016, HI 944). AMENDED DEAD. NCA. SEP 2019/000094901 20.05.19 EXAM'D 9.4.19 IN 5044.448N, 0020.609W [WGD]. LEAST M/B depth 12.06MTRS IN GEN DEPTH 12MTRS. LENGTH 7.6MTRS, WIDTH 2.8MTRS, HEIGHT 0.9MTRS, ORIENTATION 145/325 DEGS. (CLINTON MARINE SURVEY AB, HI 1561). AMEND TO DW 12MTRS IN REVISED POSITION.
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50 44.448 N,0 20.609 W
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FAQ
Where is the DEL RIO wreck located?
The DEL RIO wreck is located at coordinates 50 44.448 N,0 20.609 W.
How deep is the DEL RIO and where exactly is it located?
The DEL RIO lies at a depth of about 12.06 meters and is located at coordinates 50 44.448 N,0 20.609 W.
How deep is the seabed around the DEL RIO?
The seabed around the DEL RIO lies at approximately 12 meters deep.
When did the DEL RIO sink?
The DEL RIO sank on Aug 31, 1980.
When was the wreck of the DEL RIO discovered?
The wreck of the DEL RIO was discovered in 1980.
What country did the DEL RIO belong to?
The DEL RIO belonged to GB.
What type of wreck is the DEL RIO?
The DEL RIO is classified as a fishing vessel.