Maria-Desire Wreck
| Field |
Value |
| Wreck Category |
dangerous wreck |
Maria-desire Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
|
46 22.193 N,2 3.749 W |
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
|
- Latitude: 46.369883
- Longitude: -2.062483
|
| Wreck Depth |
28 m
|
| Water Depth |
36 m
|
| Water Level Effect |
always under water/submerged |
| Vertical Datum |
Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide |
| Name |
MARIA-DESIRE |
|
Type
|
fishing vessel
|
| Tonnage |
29 |
| Tonnage Type |
gross |
| Conspic Visual |
not visually conspicuous |
| Conspic Radar |
not radar conspicuous |
| Date Sunk |
Mar 6, 1916
|
| Original Detection Year |
1919 |
| Last Detection Year |
2018 |
| Original Source |
Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports |
| Last Amended Date |
May 3, 2018 |
Simplified Wreck Survey
The underwater wreck MARIA-DESIRE is located at coordinates 46 22.193 N, 2 3.749 W off the French coast in the Bay of Biscay. This historical shipwreck is officially documented on various French hydrographic charts and UK Hydrographic Office records, showing updates to its depth and status as a dangerous wreck over time.
Surveying Details
H2474/19 7.7.19 SHOWN AS WK IN 462200N, 020340W ON FRENCH WK CHART 10104. BR STD. H2967/22 18.5.22 AMEND TO DW. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). BR STD. H1142/28 18.2.28 AMEND TO NDW (1918) IN 462215N, 020340W. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). BR STD. 16.2.81 SHOWN AS DW PA ON FRENCH 6337. NE 2648. 16.4.82 SHOWN AS WK USC 20MTRS [11FMS] ON FRENCH 6902 [1981 EDN]. BR STD. 12.12.84 SHOWN AS DW ON FRENCH 6990 [1984 EDN]. 25.3.88 SHOWN AS WK USC 28MTRS IN 462215N, 020339.5W [EUR] ON FRENCH 7069 [1986 EDN]. ALSO LISTED IN FRENCH WK RECORDS 1987, NO.14562040). NC 2663. 28.11.01 SHOWN AS WK USC PA 28MTRS ON FRENCH 7403 [2000 EDN, LARGEST SCALE ADOPTION]. NC 2998. 30.9.04 SHOWN IN 4622.202N, 0203.764W [WGD] ON FRENCH 7403 [2002 EDN, 1:50,000, LARGEST SCALE ADOPTION]. NE 2998.
Circumstances of loss
STRUCK A MINE & SANK WHILE FISHING. (LL WW1).
WRECK MAP LOADING ...
46 22.193 N,2 3.749 W
Maria-Desire on Wreck Map
Maria-Desire Wreck on Google Map
FAQ
Where is the MARIA-DESIRE wreck located?
The MARIA-DESIRE wreck is located at coordinates 46 22.193 N,2 3.749 W.
How deep is the MARIA-DESIRE and where exactly is it located?
The MARIA-DESIRE lies at a depth of about 28 meters and is located at coordinates 46 22.193 N,2 3.749 W.
How deep is the seabed around the MARIA-DESIRE?
The seabed around the MARIA-DESIRE lies at approximately 36 meters deep.
When did the MARIA-DESIRE sink?
The MARIA-DESIRE sank on Mar 6, 1916.
When was the wreck of the MARIA-DESIRE discovered?
The wreck of the MARIA-DESIRE was discovered in 1919.
What was the tonnage of the MARIA-DESIRE?
The MARIA-DESIRE had a tonnage of 29 tons.
What type of wreck is the MARIA-DESIRE?
The MARIA-DESIRE is classified as a fishing vessel.