Lurgorri Wreck
| Field |
Value |
| Wreck Category |
non-dangerous wreck |
Lurgorri Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
|
45 58.94 N,2 24.08 W |
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
|
- Latitude: 45.982333
- Longitude: -2.401333
|
| Wreck Depth |
65 m
|
| Water Depth |
78 m
|
| Water Level Effect |
always under water/submerged |
| Vertical Datum |
Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide |
| Name |
LURGORRI |
|
Type
|
trawler
|
| Flag |
ES |
| Tonnage |
184 |
| Tonnage Type |
gross |
| Conspic Visual |
not visually conspicuous |
| Conspic Radar |
not radar conspicuous |
| Date Sunk |
Dec 20, 1974
|
| Original Detection Year |
1974 |
| Last Detection Year |
2018 |
| Original Source |
unknown |
| Last Amended Date |
May 8, 2018 |
Simplified Wreck Survey
The Lurgorri is an underwater shipwreck located at coordinates 45 58.94 N, 2 24.08 W. Historical hydrographic survey records from the UK Hydrographic Office and French charting dating from 1979 through 2009 document the wreck position and status. Initially reported as a non-dangerous wreck of uncertain position, subsequent surveys updated the site to a dangerous wreck with a least depth of 65 meters. The position was accurately refined to 45 58.940 N, 02 24.080 W on modern charts, establishing the definitive location for this offshore submerged obstruction.
Surveying Details
30.8.79 SHOWN AS NDW PA IN 455900N, 022400W ON FRENCH 6788. NE 2648. 13.5.86 SHOWN AS WK USC PA 66MTRS ON FRENCH 7070 [1985 EDN]. BR STD. 22.3.88 SHOWN AS WK USC PD 65MTRS IN 455900N, 022400W ON FRENCH 7069 [1986 EDN]. POSN ACCURACY 1M [=PA]. (FRENCH WK RECORDS 1987, NO.14552030). AMEND TO WK USC PA 65MTRS. NC 2663. SEP 2009000062843 4.8.09 SHOWN AS WK USC PD 65MTRS IN 4558.940N, 0224.080W [WGD] ON FRENCH 7070 [INT 1804] [2ND EDN 2009, 1:150,000, LARGEST SCALE]. BR STD.
Circumstances of loss
STRANDED & SANK OFF ILE D'OLERON.
WRECK MAP LOADING ...
45 58.94 N,2 24.08 W
Lurgorri on Wreck Map
Lurgorri Wreck on Google Map
FAQ
Where is the LURGORRI wreck located?
The LURGORRI wreck is located at coordinates 45 58.94 N,2 24.08 W.
How deep is the LURGORRI and where exactly is it located?
The LURGORRI lies at a depth of about 65 meters and is located at coordinates 45 58.94 N,2 24.08 W.
How deep is the seabed around the LURGORRI?
The seabed around the LURGORRI lies at approximately 78 meters deep.
When did the LURGORRI sink?
The LURGORRI sank on Dec 20, 1974.
When was the wreck of the LURGORRI discovered?
The wreck of the LURGORRI was discovered in 1974.
What country did the LURGORRI belong to?
The LURGORRI belonged to ES.
What was the tonnage of the LURGORRI?
The LURGORRI had a tonnage of 184 tons.
What type of wreck is the LURGORRI?
The LURGORRI is classified as a trawler.