La Cycogne (Probably) Wreck
| Field |
Value |
| Wreck Category |
non-dangerous wreck |
La cycogne (probably) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
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50 20.612 N,0 2.094 W |
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
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- Latitude: 50.343533
- Longitude: -0.034900
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| Wreck Depth |
43 m
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| Water Depth |
52 m
|
| Water Level Effect |
always under water/submerged |
| Vertical Datum |
Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide |
| Name |
LA CYCOGNE (PROBABLY) |
|
Type
|
fishing vessel
|
| Flag |
FRENCH |
| Sonar Length |
22.1 |
| Sonar Width |
10 |
| Shadow Height |
8.5 |
| Orientation |
120 |
| Conspic Visual |
not visually conspicuous |
| Conspic Radar |
not radar conspicuous |
| Date Sunk |
Aug 4, 2013
|
| Bottom Texture |
Sand |
| Scour Dimensions |
,,000.8, |
| Debris Field |
NIL |
| Original Detection Year |
2013 |
| Last Detection Year |
2014 |
| Original Source |
national coast guard or patrol |
| Last Amended Date |
Oct 23, 2014 |
Simplified Wreck Survey
The shipwreck known as La Cycogne probably is located in the English Channel off the south coast of England near the Solent at coordinates 50 20.612 N, 0 2.094 W. This underwater obstruction sits at a general depth of 52 meters with a least multibeam depth of 43.46 meters and a 0.8-meter scour. The intact wreck measures 22.1 meters in length, 10 meters in width, and has a height of 8.5 meters, lying on a 120/300 degree orientation pointing northwest with a starboard list and buried deck edge. Survey details note a moderate magnetic anomaly associated with this marine site.
Surveying Details
SEP 2013/000171081 6.8.13 SANK IN 5020.5N, 0001.4W [WGD]. (SOLENT CG, EMAIL DTD 4.8.13). SEP 2014/000018243 29.1.14 WK LOCATED 1.14 IN 5020.612N, 0002.094W [WGD]. LEAST M/B DEPTH 44.08MTRS. LENGTH 16MTRS, WIDTH 7MTRS, HT APPROX 8.5MTRS. LIES NW/SE. (MMT, HN DTD 24.1.14 FOR HI 1430). ?FRAGMENT OF WK. INS AS WK USC 44MTRS. 8.4.14 EXAM'D 16.2.14 IN 5020.612N, 0002.094W [WGD]. LEAST M/B DEPTH 43.46 IN GEN DEPTH 52MTRS. SCOUR 0.8MTR DEEP. LENGTH 22.1MTRS, WIDTH 10MTRS, HT 8.5MTRS. LIES 120/300 DEGS. MODERATE MAGNETIC ANOMALY. (NETSURVEY, HI 1430). INTACT, BOWS NW, ?LARGE LIST TO STBD WITH DECK EDGE BURIED. AMEND WK 43MTRS.
Circumstances of loss
SUFFERED MAJOR FIRE IN ENGINE ROOM, WAS ABANDONED AND SANK. CREW OF 4 RECOVERED BY M CONTAINER WES JANICE.
WRECK MAP LOADING ...
50 20.612 N,0 2.094 W
La Cycogne (Probably) on Wreck Map
La Cycogne (Probably) Wreck on Google Map
FAQ
Where is the LA CYCOGNE (PROBABLY) wreck located?
The LA CYCOGNE (PROBABLY) wreck is located at coordinates 50 20.612 N,0 2.094 W.
How deep is the LA CYCOGNE (PROBABLY) and where exactly is it located?
The LA CYCOGNE (PROBABLY) lies at a depth of about 43 meters and is located at coordinates 50 20.612 N,0 2.094 W.
How deep is the seabed around the LA CYCOGNE (PROBABLY)?
The seabed around the LA CYCOGNE (PROBABLY) lies at approximately 52 meters deep.
When did the LA CYCOGNE (PROBABLY) sink?
The LA CYCOGNE (PROBABLY) sank on Aug 4, 2013.
When was the wreck of the LA CYCOGNE (PROBABLY) discovered?
The wreck of the LA CYCOGNE (PROBABLY) was discovered in 2013.
What country did the LA CYCOGNE (PROBABLY) belong to?
The LA CYCOGNE (PROBABLY) belonged to FRENCH.
What type of wreck is the LA CYCOGNE (PROBABLY)?
The LA CYCOGNE (PROBABLY) is classified as a fishing vessel.
General Comments
INTACT, BOWS NW