Etoile Polaire Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Etoile polaire Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
51 32.028 N,3 57.871 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.533800
  • Longitude: -3.964517
Water Depth 17 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ETOILE POLAIRE
Type sailing vessel
Length 7.9 m
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 2, 1987
Original Detection Year 1987
Last Detection Year 2018
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Surveying Details H4119/71 18.8.87 26FT BERMUDIAN SLOOP (PLYWOOD CONSTRUCTION) SANK IN 513200N, 035748W, IN GEN DEPTH 17.1MTRS. NOT CONSIDERED A DANGER TO NAVIGATION. (SWANSEA MRCC, 2.8.87). NCA. SEP 2017/000199013 23.1.18 NOT LOCATED BY M/B SURVEY. (GARDLINE, HI1502). AMEND DEAD.
Last Amended Date Jan 23, 2018

General Comments

PLYWOOD HULL

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FAQ

Where is the ETOILE POLAIRE wreck located?

The ETOILE POLAIRE wreck is located at coordinates 51 32.028 N,3 57.871 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ETOILE POLAIRE?

The seabed around the ETOILE POLAIRE lies at approximately 17 meters deep.

When did the ETOILE POLAIRE sink?

The ETOILE POLAIRE sank on Aug 2, 1987.

When was the wreck of the ETOILE POLAIRE discovered?

The wreck of the ETOILE POLAIRE was discovered in 1987.

What type of wreck is the ETOILE POLAIRE?

The ETOILE POLAIRE is classified as a sailing vessel.