Georges Wreck
| Field |
Value |
| Wreck Category |
dangerous wreck |
Georges Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
|
69 51.235 N,61 4.826 E |
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
|
- Latitude: 69.853917
- Longitude: 61.080433
|
| Water Depth |
2 m
|
| Water Level Effect |
always under water/submerged |
| Vertical Datum |
Lowest Astronomical Tide |
| Name |
GEORGES |
|
Type
|
liberty ship
|
| Length |
134.4 m |
| Width |
17.4 m |
| Draught |
11.3 |
| Tonnage |
7176 |
| Conspic Visual |
not visually conspicuous |
| Conspic Radar |
not radar conspicuous |
| Date Sunk |
Sep 20, 1962
|
| Original Detection Year |
1975 |
| Last Detection Year |
2018 |
| Original Source |
national HO/authority charts |
| Last Amended Date |
Jun 18, 2019 |
Simplified Wreck Survey
The underwater wreck GEORGES is located at the coordinates 69 51.235 N, 61 4.826 E in the Barents Sea. This underwater obstruction, historically recorded on Russian nautical charts, was identified as a dangerous wreck near the listed coordinates. Surveying details confirm the presence of this wreck, which serves as a navigational hazard for vessels transiting these northern waters. Further historical records note the wreck position was previously cross-referenced with Russian chart 695 and UK Hydrographic Office chart 2967. Mariners and researchers tracking underwater obstacles in the Barents Sea should note these specific coordinates for maritime safety and geographical indexing purposes.
Surveying Details
9.4.85 DW SHOWN IN 695100N, 610500E ON RUSSIAN 695 [1975]. NC 2967.
Circumstances of loss
AGROUND & WRECKED IN KARA SEA. LATER BROKE UP. (LIBERTY SHIPS).
WRECK MAP LOADING ...
69 51.235 N,61 4.826 E
Georges on Wreck Map
Georges Wreck on Google Map
FAQ
Where is the GEORGES wreck located?
The GEORGES wreck is located at coordinates 69 51.235 N,61 4.826 E.
How deep is the seabed around the GEORGES?
The seabed around the GEORGES lies at approximately 2 meters deep.
When did the GEORGES sink?
The GEORGES sank on Sep 20, 1962.
When was the wreck of the GEORGES discovered?
The wreck of the GEORGES was discovered in 1975.
What was the tonnage of the GEORGES?
The GEORGES had a tonnage of 7176 tons.
What type of wreck is the GEORGES?
The GEORGES is classified as a liberty ship.