Other Wreck 13469

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
15 34.722 N,61 27.577 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 15.578700
  • Longitude: -61.459617
Wreck Depth 0.5 m
Water Depth 4 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Orientation 110
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1973
Original Source naval vessel
Last Amended Date Jul 22, 2004

Simplified Wreck Survey

Underwater wreck located off the coast of Portsmouth, Dominica at coordinates 15.34722 N, 61.27577 W. This maritime obstruction is positioned near the coastline and was historically identified during hydrographic surveys. The wreck lies in general depths of 3 to 5 meters, with a recorded least depth of 0.5 meters. The wreckage is oriented on a 110/290 degree axis with the bow facing east. Surveyed by diving teams, this underwater feature is cataloged as a navigation hazard near Portsmouth. These coordinates 15.34722 N, 61.27577 W mark the precise location of the obstruction for mariners and maritime researchers.

Surveying Details

H349/66 21.11.73 WK IN 153441N, 612812W, OR 327DEGS, 0.37M FROM FR LT AT PORTSMOUTH. EXAM'D BY DIVING. LEAST DEPTH 0.5 IN GEN DEPTH 3-5MTRS. LYING 110/290DEGS, BOWS E, CLOSE TO COAST. (HMS FOX, [K6775/1]). INS AS WK 0.25FMS. - NM 2351/73. [WGD] POSN: 1534.772N, 6127.577W. NE 697.

General Comments

BOWS E

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 15 34.722 N,61 27.577 W
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