Josef Joham (Bow Section) (Probably) Wreck
| Field |
Value |
| Wreck Category |
non-dangerous wreck |
Josef joham (bow section) (probably) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
|
50 4.317 N,2 11.583 W |
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
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- Latitude: 50.071950
- Longitude: -2.193050
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| Wreck Depth |
56 m
|
| Water Depth |
61 m
|
| Water Level Effect |
always under water/submerged |
| Vertical Datum |
Lowest Astronomical Tide |
| Name |
JOSEF JOHAM (BOW SECTION) (PROBABLY) |
|
Type
|
tanker
|
| Flag |
DE |
| Sonar Length |
40 |
| Sonar Width |
5 |
| Shadow Height |
5.6 |
| Orientation |
15 |
| Tonnage |
618 |
| Tonnage Type |
gross |
| Cargo |
flammable liquids and gases
|
| Conspic Visual |
not visually conspicuous |
| Conspic Radar |
not radar conspicuous |
| Date Sunk |
Jul 8, 1958
|
| Original Detection Year |
1958 |
| Last Detection Year |
1990 |
| Original Source |
national HO authority radio navigational warning |
| Last Amended Date |
Jan 27, 2010 |
Simplified Wreck Survey
The wreck of the Josef Joham (Bow Section), located at coordinates 50 4.317 N, 2 11.583 W, lies in the English Channel off the southern coast of the United Kingdom. This underwater obstruction sits at a least echo sounder depth of 56 meters within a general depth of 61 meters, with no seabed scour. The submerged structure measures approximately 40 meters in length, 5 meters in beam, and stands 5.6 meters high, oriented at 015/195 degrees. Survey records indicate the vessel lies on its side and is breaking up.
Surveying Details
H4610/58 26.9.58 H4610/58 26.9.58 SUNK IN 500200N, 021100W, APPROX. (AVURNAV CHERBOURG NO 80/58). NCA. HH090/496/01 9.8.90 HH090/496/01 9.8.90 WK EXAM'D 11.5.90 IN 500419N, 021135W [WGD] USING HYPERFIX. LEAST E/S DEPTH 56 IN GEN DEPTH 61MTRS. NO SCOUR. DCS3 HT 5.6MTRS, LENGTH 40MTRS, BEAM 5MTRS. LIES 015/195DEGS APPARENTLY ON ITS SIDE AND BREAKING UP. (NP 1008, HI 496). BR STD.
Circumstances of loss
WAS CUT IN TWO IN A COLLISION WITH GERMAN SS LUDWIGSHAVEN, IN FOG. BOTH SECTIONS REMAINED AFLOAT AND DRIFTED. BOW SECTION WAS SUNK BY FRENCH NAVY. SEE WK [23302] FOR STERN SECTION.
WRECK MAP LOADING ...
50 4.317 N,2 11.583 W
Josef Joham (Bow Section) (Probably) on Wreck Map
Josef Joham (Bow Section) (Probably) Wreck on Google Map
FAQ
Where is the JOSEF JOHAM (BOW SECTION) (PROBABLY) wreck located?
The JOSEF JOHAM (BOW SECTION) (PROBABLY) wreck is located at coordinates 50 4.317 N,2 11.583 W.
How deep is the JOSEF JOHAM (BOW SECTION) (PROBABLY) and where exactly is it located?
The JOSEF JOHAM (BOW SECTION) (PROBABLY) lies at a depth of about 56 meters and is located at coordinates 50 4.317 N,2 11.583 W.
How deep is the seabed around the JOSEF JOHAM (BOW SECTION) (PROBABLY)?
The seabed around the JOSEF JOHAM (BOW SECTION) (PROBABLY) lies at approximately 61 meters deep.
When did the JOSEF JOHAM (BOW SECTION) (PROBABLY) sink?
The JOSEF JOHAM (BOW SECTION) (PROBABLY) sank on Jul 8, 1958.
When was the wreck of the JOSEF JOHAM (BOW SECTION) (PROBABLY) discovered?
The wreck of the JOSEF JOHAM (BOW SECTION) (PROBABLY) was discovered in 1958.
What country did the JOSEF JOHAM (BOW SECTION) (PROBABLY) belong to?
The JOSEF JOHAM (BOW SECTION) (PROBABLY) belonged to DE.
What cargo was the JOSEF JOHAM (BOW SECTION) (PROBABLY) carrying?
The JOSEF JOHAM (BOW SECTION) (PROBABLY) was carrying flammable liquids and gases.
What was the tonnage of the JOSEF JOHAM (BOW SECTION) (PROBABLY)?
The JOSEF JOHAM (BOW SECTION) (PROBABLY) had a tonnage of 618 tons.
What type of wreck is the JOSEF JOHAM (BOW SECTION) (PROBABLY)?
The JOSEF JOHAM (BOW SECTION) (PROBABLY) is classified as a tanker.
General Comments
PROBABLY ON ITS SIDE AND BREAKING UP