No.2 Beacon Wreck

Field Value
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
No.2 beacon Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		32 55.918 N,13 13.755 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 32.931967
  • Longitude: 13.229250
Water Depth 18 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name NO.2 BEACON
Type Cement/Concrete
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1981
Last Detection Year 2007
Original Source national HO authority radio navigational warning
Last Amended Date Nov 21, 2007

Simplified Wreck Survey

Underwater obstruction located at coordinates 32 55.918 N, 13 13.755 E off the coast of Libya in the Mediterranean Sea. Identified as the base of No. 2 Beacon, this navigational hazard was historically recorded following a telex dated January 25, 1981, noting the structure as an obstruction to maritime traffic. Although the site was previously reported as a wreck or obstruction, Beacon No. 2 was officially reinstated on November 21, 2007. The status of this obstruction is currently classified as dead, meaning it no longer poses an active danger to vessels at the specified geographical position. Mariners should note these coordinates for historical navigational records in the region.

Surveying Details

H2202/80 2.2.81 H2202/80 2.2.81 BASE OF BN CONSTITUTES AN OBSTRUCTION TO NAVIGATION IN 325555.1N, 131345.3E. (TELEX DTD 25.1.81). NCA YET. 21.11.07 21.11.07 BEACON NO.2 RE-INSTATED. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED) AMENDED TO DEAD. NCA.

Circumstances of loss

A TEMPORARY UNLIT CONCRETE BEACON WAS DEMOLISHED TO ITS BASE DURING A SEVERE STORM. (PORTS & LIGHTS ADMINISTRATION, LIBYA).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 32 55.918 N,13 13.755 E
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FAQ

Where is the NO.2 BEACON wreck located?

The NO.2 BEACON wreck is located at coordinates 32 55.918 N,13 13.755 E.

How deep is the seabed around the NO.2 BEACON?

The seabed around the NO.2 BEACON lies at approximately 18 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the NO.2 BEACON discovered?

The wreck of the NO.2 BEACON was discovered in 1981.

What type of wreck is the NO.2 BEACON?

The NO.2 BEACON is classified as a cement/concrete.

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