Eric Philippe Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Eric philippe Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 22.926 N,0 52.386 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.382100
  • Longitude: 0.873100
Wreck Depth 36 m
Water Depth 40 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ERIC PHILIPPE
Type trawler
Length 16.2 m
Tonnage 43
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 25, 1993
Original Detection Year 1993
Last Detection Year 1999
Original Source national HO authority radio navigational warning
Last Amended Date Jan 4, 2011

Simplified Wreck Survey

The shipwreck of the Eric Philippe is an underwater obstruction located at coordinates 50 22.926 N, 0 52.386 E in the English Channel near the French coast. Initially reported as a sunken vessel marked by red buoys in 1993, hydrographic surveys later recorded the wreck with a least depth of 36 meters. Updated positioning data from the UK Hydrographic Office confirms the exact coordinates of the Eric Philippe obstruction for maritime navigation and diving reference.

Surveying Details

HH226/420/01 2.4.93 HH226/420/01 2.4.93 SUNK IN 502259N, 005228E. MARKED BY 2 RED BUOYS. (CHERBOURG AVURNAV 121/93). NCA YET. WZ 558/93 ISSUED. HH226/410/02 10.6.93 HH226/410/02 10.6.93 WK 36MTRS IN 502259N, 005228E [EUR]. (BREST NM 93 20 33). BR STD. 30.3.99 30.3.99 SHOWN AS USC 36MTRS IN 5023.000N, 0052.500E [EUR] ON FRENCH 6824 [3RD EDN 1998]. [OGB] POSN: 5022.909N, 0052.518E. NC 2451. 4.1.11 4.1.11 [WGD] POSN: 5022.926N, 0052.386E.

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FAQ

Where is the ERIC PHILIPPE wreck located?

The ERIC PHILIPPE wreck is located at coordinates 50 22.926 N,0 52.386 E.

How deep is the ERIC PHILIPPE and where exactly is it located?

The ERIC PHILIPPE lies at a depth of about 36 meters and is located at coordinates 50 22.926 N,0 52.386 E.

How deep is the seabed around the ERIC PHILIPPE?

The seabed around the ERIC PHILIPPE lies at approximately 40 meters deep.

When did the ERIC PHILIPPE sink?

The ERIC PHILIPPE sank on Mar 25, 1993.

When was the wreck of the ERIC PHILIPPE discovered?

The wreck of the ERIC PHILIPPE was discovered in 1993.

What was the tonnage of the ERIC PHILIPPE?

The ERIC PHILIPPE had a tonnage of 43 tons.

What type of wreck is the ERIC PHILIPPE?

The ERIC PHILIPPE is classified as a trawler.

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