Denis-Chantal (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Denis-chantal (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		54 11.009 N,4 56.468 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 54.183483
  • Longitude: -4.941133
Water Depth 75 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name DENIS-CHANTAL (POSSIBLY)
Type fishing vessel
Flag FR
Length 21 m
Width 6.5 m
Tonnage 109
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 7, 1959
Original Detection Year 1999
Last Detection Year 2001
Original Source fishing vessel
Surveying Details HH100/351/15 24.11.99 HH100/351/15 24.11.99 REPORTED AS SINKING 9M OFF WITH CHICKEN ROCK BEARING 158DEGS. FISHERMEN REPORT WK IN 5411.0N, 0456.4W [OGB]. POSN BY DECCA. MAY BE DENIS-CHANTAL. (A CORKILL, LTR DTD 20.11.99). INS AS NDW. BR STD. HH091/016/01 12.2.04 HH091/016/01 12.2.04 NOT LOCATED, DISPROVED. (HMS ROEBUCK, HI 1016). AMEND DEAD. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

BUILT OF WOOD IN 1955 BY HERBERT & HERAUD. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY LE FORMAL. 6 CYLINDER OIL ENGINE, SINGLE SHAFT. SANK AFTER COLLIDING IN DENSE FOG WITH SWEDISH MV RALWIND SHIL. CREW OF 8 RESCUED BY RALWIND SHIL. (SIBI).

General Comments

WOODEN HULL

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FAQ

Where is the DENIS-CHANTAL (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The DENIS-CHANTAL (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 54 11.009 N,4 56.468 W.

How deep is the seabed around the DENIS-CHANTAL (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the DENIS-CHANTAL (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 75 meters deep.

When did the DENIS-CHANTAL (POSSIBLY) sink?

The DENIS-CHANTAL (POSSIBLY) sank on Sep 7, 1959.

When was the wreck of the DENIS-CHANTAL (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the DENIS-CHANTAL (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1999.

What country did the DENIS-CHANTAL (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The DENIS-CHANTAL (POSSIBLY) belonged to FR.

What was the tonnage of the DENIS-CHANTAL (POSSIBLY)?

The DENIS-CHANTAL (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 109 tons.

What type of wreck is the DENIS-CHANTAL (POSSIBLY)?

The DENIS-CHANTAL (POSSIBLY) is classified as a fishing vessel.

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