Lct 666 Wreck
| Field |
Value |
| Wreck Category |
non-dangerous wreck |
| Status |
lifted
|
Lct 666 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
|
51 20.9 N,3 51.003 E |
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
|
- Latitude: 51.348333
- Longitude: 3.850050
|
| Water Depth |
11 m
|
| Water Level Effect |
always under water/submerged |
| Vertical Datum |
Lowest Astronomical Tide |
| Name |
LCT 666 |
|
Type
|
landing craft
|
| Flag |
GB |
| Length |
57 m |
| Width |
11.9 m |
| Draught |
1.2 |
| Tonnage |
586 |
| Tonnage Type |
gross |
| Conspic Visual |
not visually conspicuous |
| Conspic Radar |
not radar conspicuous |
| Original Detection Year |
1966 |
| Last Detection Year |
2004 |
| Original Source |
national HO/authority notice to mariners |
| Last Amended Date |
Aug 1, 2014 |
Simplified Wreck Survey
The wreck of LCT 666 is a historical underwater obstruction located in the North Sea off the coast of the Netherlands at coordinates 51 20.9 N, 3 51.003 E. Initially discovered and recorded by the UK Hydrographic Office, the site underwent extensive clearance operations during the 1960s. Historical survey data indicates the vessel experienced depth variations over time, with the last recorded least depth measured at 11.5 meters before being classified as non-dangerous to navigation. The wreck site was officially deleted from hydrographic charts in 2004 following confirmation that it no longer posed a hazard to maritime traffic in the region.
Surveying Details
H2983/57 29.4.66 WK 9MTRS IN 512057N, 035105E. (HAGUE NM 173/66). INS AS WK 4FMS 5FT. - NM 513/66. H3100/66 FEB 68 CLEARANCE OPS IN PROGRESS & TEMP BUOY EST. (HAGUE NM 535(T)/68). 18.6.68 CLEARANCE OPS ENDED & BUOY REMOVED. (HAGUE NM 1308/68). H2983/57 24.3.70 LEAST DEPTH OVER WK NOW 11.5MTRS. (HAGUE NM 612/70). AMEND WK 6FMS 1FT. - NM 569/70. H4187/70 29.12.77 NOW NDW. (HAGUE NM 3526/77). BR STD. 11.4.91 NOT SHOWN ON NETH 1444 [1990 EDN]. DELETE. BR STD. HH342/350/01 NDW IN 512057N, 035105E [EUR]. (NETH NM 324/91). BR STD. HH340/430/07 2.3.04 DELETED. (NETH NM 9/116/04). - NM 1631/04.
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51 20.9 N,3 51.003 E
Lct 666 on Wreck Map
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FAQ
Where is the LCT 666 wreck located?
The LCT 666 wreck is located at coordinates 51 20.9 N,3 51.003 E.
How deep is the seabed around the LCT 666?
The seabed around the LCT 666 lies at approximately 11 meters deep.
When was the wreck of the LCT 666 discovered?
The wreck of the LCT 666 was discovered in 1966.
What country did the LCT 666 belong to?
The LCT 666 belonged to GB.
What was the tonnage of the LCT 666?
The LCT 666 had a tonnage of 586 tons.
What type of wreck is the LCT 666?
The LCT 666 is classified as a landing craft.