Essie Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Essie Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		4 52.151 N,2 14.987 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 4.869183
  • Longitude: -2.249783
Water Depth 7 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ESSIE
Type steam ship
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1929
Last Detection Year 2010
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Aug 21, 2019

Simplified Wreck Survey

The shipwreck ESSIE is located off the coast of Ghana in the Gulf of Guinea at coordinates 04 52.151 N, 02 14.987 W. This underwater obstruction, historically recorded as the wreck of the ESSIE, was officially positioned via geo-referencing. The site is situated approximately 4.5 cables bearing 344 degrees from the Bobowasi Island light near Accra. While historical records indicate the vessel has been subject to natural deterioration over time, it remains a documented maritime navigational hazard in these waters. Mariners and researchers identifying this wreck by its coordinates should be aware of its specific position in the Atlantic waters near the Ghanaian coastline.

Surveying Details

H4462/29 10.7.29 H4462/29 10.7.29 WK OF ESSIE REPD IN 045220N, 021520W. (ADMIRALTY). NCA YET. H4462/29 7.10.29 H4462/29 7.10.29 DW LIES 344DEGS 4.5C FROM BOBOWASI ISLAND LT [0452N, 0215W APPROX]. (COMPTROLLER OF CUSTOMS, ACCRA). - NM 1679/29. 20.11.48 20.11.48 DW IN 045159N, 021458W. (ADMIRALTY). NE 96. 27.1.10 27.1.10 WGD POSN BY GEO-REFERENCING: 0452.151N, 0214.987W. NE 3113.

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FAQ

Where is the ESSIE wreck located?

The ESSIE wreck is located at coordinates 4 52.151 N,2 14.987 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ESSIE?

The seabed around the ESSIE lies at approximately 7 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the ESSIE discovered?

The wreck of the ESSIE was discovered in 1929.

What type of wreck is the ESSIE?

The ESSIE is classified as a steam ship.

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