Polka Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Polka Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		48 58.74 N,2 3.84 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 48.979000
  • Longitude: -2.064000
Water Depth 5 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name POLKA
Type steam ship
Tonnage 150
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 16, 1850
Original Detection Year 1977
Last Detection Year 1977
Original Source national HO/authority charts
Surveying Details H1280/77 2.2.77 H1280/77 2.2.77 'POLKA' STRUCK AN UNKNOWN OBJECT AND SANK APPROX 0.5M FROM MAITRESSE ISLAND. (T TITTERINGTON, JERSEY MARITIME MUSEUM, LTR DTD 6.1.77). POSN: 485848N, 020345W [EUR]. NCA. POSN FOR FILING ONLY. 23.9.77 23.9.77 NOT LISTED IN FR WK RECORDS DTD 18.10.76. AMENDED TO DEAD.
Last Amended Date Jul 17, 2001

Circumstances of loss

6.1.77 STRUCK AN UNKNOWN OBJECT AND SANK ABOUT 0.5M FROM MAITRESSE ISLAND. PASSENGERS AND CREW ALL SAVED. VESSEL WAS UNDER THE CHARGE OF CAPT PRIAULX AT THE TIME OF LOSS. (T TITTERINGTON, JERSEY MARITIME MUSEUM, LTR DTD 6.1.77).

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FAQ

Where is the POLKA wreck located?

The POLKA wreck is located at coordinates 48 58.74 N,2 3.84 W.

How deep is the seabed around the POLKA?

The seabed around the POLKA lies at approximately 5 meters deep.

When did the POLKA sink?

The POLKA sank on Sep 16, 1850.

When was the wreck of the POLKA discovered?

The wreck of the POLKA was discovered in 1977.

What was the tonnage of the POLKA?

The POLKA had a tonnage of 150 tons.

What type of wreck is the POLKA?

The POLKA is classified as a steam ship.

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