Phoenix Wreck
| Field |
Value |
| Wreck Category |
dangerous wreck |
Phoenix Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
|
50 52.69 N,1 32.167 E |
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
|
- Latitude: 50.878167
- Longitude: 1.536117
|
| Wreck Depth |
19.7 m
|
| Water Depth |
23 m
|
| Water Level Effect |
always under water/submerged |
| Vertical Datum |
Lowest Astronomical Tide |
| Name |
PHOENIX |
|
Type
|
motor vessel
|
| Flag |
NL |
| Length |
56.1 m |
| Width |
8.8 m |
| Draught |
3.4 |
| Tonnage |
500 |
| Tonnage Type |
gross |
| Conspic Visual |
not visually conspicuous |
| Conspic Radar |
not radar conspicuous |
| Date Sunk |
Oct 10, 1969
|
| Bottom Texture |
Shells |
| Original Detection Year |
1969 |
| Last Detection Year |
1987 |
| Original Source |
Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports |
| Last Amended Date |
Oct 13, 1987 |
Simplified Wreck Survey
Underwater wreck site of the vessel PHOENIX located in the English Channel off the coast of Cap Gris-Nez, France. The wreck sits at coordinates 50 52.69 N, 01 32.167 E. Historical survey records indicate the PHOENIX sank following a collision with the British LCT Abbeville. Multiple hydrographic surveys have tracked the position and depth of the obstruction over several decades. Modern navigational charts identify the site as a shipwreck with a charted depth of approximately 19.7 meters. The site remains a documented underwater obstruction in this region of the English Channel. Survey data reflects various positional adjustments recorded between 1969 and 1987, confirming the wreck's location for maritime safety and navigation purposes.
Surveying Details
H5493/69 30.10.69 SIGNALS RE COLLISION INS IN FILE. NCA. H5493/69 31.10.69 SANK FOLLOWING COLLISION WITH BRITISH LCT 'ABBEVILLE'. (LLOYDS 198/120). NAVEAM 9221 ISSUED. H5493/69 13.1.70 SANK 296DEGS, 2 MILES FROM CAP GRIS NEZ LIGHT. (LLOYDS 198/120). CHART AS DW PA IN 505256N, 013212E. - NM 182/70. 29.10.71 DW PA IN 505259N, 013213E [OGB]. (FRENCH CHART). H4984/74 15.9.75 WK 10FMS 4FT [19.5MTRS] IN 505233N, 013215E OR 285.5DEGS 1.81M FROM CAP GRIS NEZ LIGHT. (BREST NM 75 22 08). - NM 1934/75 19.11.79 SHOWN AS WK 19.7MTRS ON FR 6682 & FR 6681. NE 1892. 25.9.81 SHOWN AS WK 19.8MTRS ON FR 6824. NE 2451. H1271/81 12.11.84 SHOWN AS WK 19.7MTRS ON FR 6735 [1984 EDN]. R/P. 13.10.87 WK 19.7 MTRS SHOWN IN 505244N, 013214E, [EUR] ON FR 6681. [OGB] POSN: 505239N, 013216E. NE 1892.
Circumstances of loss
SANK FOLLOWING COLLISION WITH BRITISH LCT 'ABBEVILLE'. (LLOYDS 198/120).
WRECK MAP LOADING ...
50 52.69 N,1 32.167 E
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FAQ
Where is the PHOENIX wreck located?
The PHOENIX wreck is located at coordinates 50 52.69 N,1 32.167 E.
How deep is the PHOENIX and where exactly is it located?
The PHOENIX lies at a depth of about 19.7 meters and is located at coordinates 50 52.69 N,1 32.167 E.
How deep is the seabed around the PHOENIX?
The seabed around the PHOENIX lies at approximately 23 meters deep.
When did the PHOENIX sink?
The PHOENIX sank on Oct 10, 1969.
When was the wreck of the PHOENIX discovered?
The wreck of the PHOENIX was discovered in 1969.
What country did the PHOENIX belong to?
The PHOENIX belonged to NL.
What was the tonnage of the PHOENIX?
The PHOENIX had a tonnage of 500 tons.
What type of wreck is the PHOENIX?
The PHOENIX is classified as a motor vessel.