Hms Crescent Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Hms crescent Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		57 27.67 N,9 47.01 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 57.461167
  • Longitude: 9.783500
Water Depth 0 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Sea Level
Name HMS CRESCENT
Type sailing vessel
Flag GB
Length 41.8 m
Width 11.6 m
Tonnage 888
Tonnage Type builders' measurement
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 6, 1808
Original Detection Year 1978
Last Detection Year 1981
Original Source national HO/authority notice to mariners
Last Amended Date Feb 4, 2019

Simplified Wreck Survey

HMS Crescent wreck site located at coordinates 57 27.67 N, 9 47.01 E in the Skagerrak sea off the coast of Denmark near Marup Church. This historic underwater obstruction was subject to a diving prohibition under Danish maritime law between 1978 and 1981, but diving restrictions were officially lifted on March 24, 1981. The site is cataloged under UK Hydrographic Office reference H4185/78. As an underwater wreck of historical significance, the position is monitored for navigational safety. The area remains of interest to maritime researchers and historical divers exploring the coastal waters of Denmark.

Surveying Details

H4185/78 25.9.78 AREA FROM 1000MTRS EITHER SIDE OF MARUP CHURCH AND EXTENDING 2000MTRS OUT FROM COAST DECLARED AS PROHIBITED TO TO DIVERS UNDER THE AUTHORITY OF LAW PROTECTING HISTORIC WKS. (DANISH NMS 1380 & 1447/78). H4185/78 24.3.81 PROHIBITION AGAINST DIVING LIFTED. (DANISH NM 293/81). NCA.

Circumstances of loss

WRECKED ON COAST OF JUTLAND. (COLLEDGE).

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FAQ

Where is the HMS CRESCENT wreck located?

The HMS CRESCENT wreck is located at coordinates 57 27.67 N,9 47.01 E.

When did the HMS CRESCENT sink?

The HMS CRESCENT sank on Dec 6, 1808.

When was the wreck of the HMS CRESCENT discovered?

The wreck of the HMS CRESCENT was discovered in 1978.

What country did the HMS CRESCENT belong to?

The HMS CRESCENT belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the HMS CRESCENT?

The HMS CRESCENT had a tonnage of 888 tons.

What type of wreck is the HMS CRESCENT?

The HMS CRESCENT is classified as a sailing vessel.

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