Esperide Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Esperide Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
32 39.3 N,14 16.767 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 32.655000
  • Longitude: 14.279450
Water Depth 5 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ESPERIDE
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1920
Last Detection Year 1937
Original Source national HO/authority notice to mariners
Last Amended Date Dec 10, 2003

Simplified Wreck Survey

The shipwreck ESPERIDE is located in the Mediterranean Sea off the coast of Al Khums, Libya, at coordinates 32 39.3 N, 14 16.767 E. This underwater wreck site is positioned approximately 100 meters northeast of the head of the mole at the port of Homs. Historical hydrographic survey data indicates the vessel, known as the ESPERIDE, was previously documented under reference H8785/20 and Genoa NM280/587/20. Following further investigation and cross-referencing with historical nautical charts, including Italian chart 454, the status of the wreck has been amended to dead and removed from active navigational warnings. This site is recognized by the UK Hydrographic Office as a recorded underwater obstruction in the region.

Surveying Details

H8785/20 H8785/20 10.12 20 WK IN 323918N, 141646E, 100MTRS NE OF HEAD OF MOLE AT HOMS. (GENOA NM280/587/20). NM. H344/37 13.1.37 H344/37 13.1.37 NOT SHOWN ON ITALIAN 454. AMENDED TO DEAD. DELETE.

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FAQ

Where is the ESPERIDE wreck located?

The ESPERIDE wreck is located at coordinates 32 39.3 N,14 16.767 E.

How deep is the seabed around the ESPERIDE?

The seabed around the ESPERIDE lies at approximately 5 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the ESPERIDE discovered?

The wreck of the ESPERIDE was discovered in 1920.