Pitchipoy (Possibly) Wreck
| Field |
Value |
| Wreck Category |
non-dangerous wreck |
Pitchipoy (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
|
50 29.024 N,2 18.825 W |
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
|
- Latitude: 50.483733
- Longitude: -2.313750
|
| Wreck Depth |
42 m
|
| Water Depth |
43 m
|
| Water Level Effect |
always under water/submerged |
| Vertical Datum |
Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide |
| Name |
PITCHIPOY (POSSIBLY) |
|
Type
|
sailing vessel
|
| Flag |
GB |
| Sonar Length |
8.4 |
| Sonar Width |
8.4 |
| Shadow Height |
1.25 |
| Orientation |
60 |
| Conspic Visual |
not visually conspicuous |
| Conspic Radar |
not radar conspicuous |
| Date Sunk |
Aug 16, 1980
|
| Bottom Texture |
Rock |
| Original Detection Year |
1980 |
| Last Detection Year |
2009 |
| Original Source |
national coast guard or patrol |
| Last Amended Date |
Aug 10, 2009 |
Simplified Wreck Survey
The shipwreck known as Pitchipoy (possibly) is an underwater obstruction located off the coast of Portland Bill in the United Kingdom, near the English Channel. The precise wreck coordinates are 50 29.024 N, 2 18.825 W. This small underwater wreck lies in a general depth of 46 meters, with a least multibeam depth of 42.2 meters. Historical hydrographic surveys describe the site as having no seabed scour, oriented on a 060/240 degree heading, and remaining intact and upright with a good sonar shadow. Recent dimensions recorded for the obstruction indicate a length of 8.4 meters, a width of 8.4 meters, and a height of 1.25 meters.
Surveying Details
H4745/78 1.9.80 SANK IN 101DEG, 5.2M FROM PORTLAND BILL LT. (PORTLAND CG 16.8.80). IN OVER 30MTRS. NCA. HH232/350/02 18.9.91 SMALL WK LOCATED IN 502859N, 021844.5W [OGB]. LEAST E/S DEPTH 43 IN GEN DEPTH 46MTRS. LENGTH 6MTRS, POSSIBLY PITCHIPOY. (HMSML GLEANER, HN 15.9.91). NCA YET. HH3848/86/2 25.11.91 EXAM'D 15.9.91 IN 502859N, 021845.5W [OGB] USING TRISPONDER. LEAST E/S DEPTH 43 IN GEN DEPTH 46MTRS. NO SCOUR. LIES 060/240DEG. INTACT AND UPRIGHT AND GIVES GOOD SONAR SHADOW. (HMSML GLEANER, HI 367). BR STD. SEP 2009/000105127 10.8.09 LOCATED IN 5029.024N, 0218.825W [WGD] USING DGPS. LEAST M/B DEPTH 42.2MTRS. (FUGRO OSAE, HN DTD 5.8.09). AMEND WK 42MTRS IN REVISED POSN. BR STD. HH091/154/01 31.12.09 LOCATED 2.3.09. NO SCOUR. LENGTH 8.4MTRS, WIDTH 8.4MTRS, HT 1.25MTRS. (FUGRO OSAE, HI 1154). NCA.
WRECK MAP LOADING ...
50 29.024 N,2 18.825 W
Pitchipoy (Possibly) on Wreck Map
Pitchipoy (Possibly) Wreck on Google Map
FAQ
Where is the PITCHIPOY (POSSIBLY) wreck located?
The PITCHIPOY (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 50 29.024 N,2 18.825 W.
How deep is the PITCHIPOY (POSSIBLY) and where exactly is it located?
The PITCHIPOY (POSSIBLY) lies at a depth of about 42 meters and is located at coordinates 50 29.024 N,2 18.825 W.
How deep is the seabed around the PITCHIPOY (POSSIBLY)?
The seabed around the PITCHIPOY (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 43 meters deep.
When did the PITCHIPOY (POSSIBLY) sink?
The PITCHIPOY (POSSIBLY) sank on Aug 16, 1980.
When was the wreck of the PITCHIPOY (POSSIBLY) discovered?
The wreck of the PITCHIPOY (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1980.
What country did the PITCHIPOY (POSSIBLY) belong to?
The PITCHIPOY (POSSIBLY) belonged to GB.
What type of wreck is the PITCHIPOY (POSSIBLY)?
The PITCHIPOY (POSSIBLY) is classified as a sailing vessel.
General Comments
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