Francis Garnier (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Francis garnier (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		10 30.135 N,107 59.71 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 10.502250
  • Longitude: 107.995167
Water Depth 29 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name FRANCIS GARNIER (POSSIBLY)
Type steam ship
Flag FR
Length 70.1 m
Width 10.1 m
Draught 5.2
Tonnage 1243
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 20, 1944
Original Detection Year 1995
Last Detection Year 2011
Original Source national HO/authority charts
Last Amended Date Feb 5, 2014

Simplified Wreck Survey

The wreck of the Francis Garnier is located at the coordinates 10 30.135 N, 107 59.71 E in the waters off the coast of Vietnam near the Mekong Delta. Originally charted as a dangerous wreck, this underwater obstruction is currently classified as a Dangerous Wreck with Partial Clearance (DWPA) on official maritime navigational charts. Mariners are advised to use caution when navigating near this site, as the remains of the vessel rest submerged in the specified location. This underwater wreck site, identified by the UK Hydrographic Office, serves as a critical point of interest for nautical charting, historical research, and marine navigation safety in the region.

Surveying Details

HH546/400/02 8.8.95 NDW SHOWN IN 103000N, 1080000E ON US 93420 (CORRECT TO NM 36/85). BR STD. 5.2.14 SHOWN AS DWPA IN 1030.135N, 10759.710E [WGD] ON BA 1261 [EDN 2 DTD 17.2.11].

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1903 BY WOOD, SKINNER & CO. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY CIE COTIERE DE L'ANNAM. TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE. STRUCK A MINE AND SANK SOUTH OF CANA, INDO-CHINA. (DODS).

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FAQ

Where is the FRANCIS GARNIER (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The FRANCIS GARNIER (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 10 30.135 N,107 59.71 E.

How deep is the seabed around the FRANCIS GARNIER (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the FRANCIS GARNIER (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 29 meters deep.

When did the FRANCIS GARNIER (POSSIBLY) sink?

The FRANCIS GARNIER (POSSIBLY) sank on Feb 20, 1944.

When was the wreck of the FRANCIS GARNIER (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the FRANCIS GARNIER (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1995.

What country did the FRANCIS GARNIER (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The FRANCIS GARNIER (POSSIBLY) belonged to FR.

What was the tonnage of the FRANCIS GARNIER (POSSIBLY)?

The FRANCIS GARNIER (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 1243 tons.

What type of wreck is the FRANCIS GARNIER (POSSIBLY)?

The FRANCIS GARNIER (POSSIBLY) is classified as a steam ship.

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