Grand Copaise Wreck
| Field |
Value |
| Wreck Category |
non-dangerous wreck |
Grand copaise Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
|
49 41.44 N,0 48.022 W |
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
|
- Latitude: 49.690667
- Longitude: -0.800367
|
| Wreck Depth |
42 m
|
| Water Depth |
45 m
|
| Water Level Effect |
always under water/submerged |
| Vertical Datum |
Lowest Astronomical Tide |
| Name |
GRAND COPAISE |
|
Type
|
fishing vessel
|
| Flag |
FR |
| Length |
20.1 m |
| Conspic Visual |
not visually conspicuous |
| Conspic Radar |
not radar conspicuous |
| Date Sunk |
Oct 9, 1984
|
| Original Detection Year |
1984 |
| Last Detection Year |
1995 |
| Original Source |
national HO authority radio navigational warning |
| Last Amended Date |
Mar 6, 1995 |
Simplified Wreck Survey
The shipwreck Grand Copaise is located underwater at coordinates 49 41.44 N, 0 48.022 W off the coast of Cherbourg near France. Sunk originally in October 1984, historical hydrographic surveys recorded the obstruction at a least depth of 42.7 meters with a general depth of 45 meters. Updated French wreck records adjusted the precise position and depth of this underwater hazard.
Surveying Details
25.10.84 25.10.84 SUNK IN APPROX 494206N, 004854W. (CHERBOURG AV 205/84). NCA YET. H1271/84 25.3.85 H1271/84 25.3.85 NOT SHOWN ON FR 6864 [1984 EDN]. H3898/82 20.8.85 H3898/82 20.8.85 USC PD 18MTRS [10FMS] IN 494206N, 004854W. (BREST NM 85 30 26). R/P. 20.7.90 20.7.90 SHOWN AS USC PD 18MTRS IN 494206N, 004854W ON FR 6857 [1986 EDN]. WK OF 'GRAND COPAISE' IN 494206N, 004854W [EUR]. POSN ACCURACY 1M [=PA]. LEAST DEPTH ESTIMATED FROM VESSEL'S DIMENSIONS AS 18MTRS IN GEN DEPTH 45MTRS. (FR WK RECORDS 1987 NO.14590479). NC 2613. HH351/510/02 7.9.94 HH351/510/02 7.9.94 DELETED. (FRENCH NM 34/26/94). - NM 3334/94. 6.3.95 6.3.95 WK, LEAST DEPTH 42.7MTRS, NOW FOUND TO BE IN 494130N, 004756.5W. (FR WK RECORDS 1994 NO.14590479). BR STD.
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49 41.44 N,0 48.022 W
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FAQ
Where is the GRAND COPAISE wreck located?
The GRAND COPAISE wreck is located at coordinates 49 41.44 N,0 48.022 W.
How deep is the GRAND COPAISE and where exactly is it located?
The GRAND COPAISE lies at a depth of about 42 meters and is located at coordinates 49 41.44 N,0 48.022 W.
How deep is the seabed around the GRAND COPAISE?
The seabed around the GRAND COPAISE lies at approximately 45 meters deep.
When did the GRAND COPAISE sink?
The GRAND COPAISE sank on Oct 9, 1984.
When was the wreck of the GRAND COPAISE discovered?
The wreck of the GRAND COPAISE was discovered in 1984.
What country did the GRAND COPAISE belong to?
The GRAND COPAISE belonged to FR.
What type of wreck is the GRAND COPAISE?
The GRAND COPAISE is classified as a fishing vessel.