Porlock Hill (Fwd Section) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Porlock hill (fwd section) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		35 4.7 N,33 59.517 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 35.078333
  • Longitude: 33.991950
Water Depth 2 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name PORLOCK HILL (FWD SECTION)
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 7287
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 21, 1951
Original Detection Year 1952
Last Detection Year 1992
Original Source naval vessel
Last Amended Date Feb 17, 1995

Simplified Wreck Survey

The UK Hydrographic Office wreck record for the forward section of the Porlock Hill is located in the Mediterranean Sea off the coast of Famagusta, Cyprus. The underwater obstruction is positioned at coordinates 35 4.7 N, 33 59.517 E. Historical survey data from August 1952 by HMS Challenger initially noted the site near the Famagusta Mosque, with subsequent positional updates recorded in April 1992 under WGD standards for regional navigation charts including Cyprus 3604, Greek 1604, and Turkish 343.

Surveying Details

H4681/52 19.8.52 H4681/52 19.8.52 ST IN 350427N, 335930E, OR 139DEGS, 3.65M FROM FAMAGUSTA MOSQUE. (HMS CHALLENGER). INS AS ST. - NM 1592/52. 30.4.92 30.4.92 WGD POSN: 350442N, 335931E. SHOWN ON CYPRUS 3604, GREEK 1604 & TURKISH 343. NC 851.

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1944. PASSAGE SOUTHAMPTON FOR PORT SAID. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY COUNTIES SHIP MANAGEMENT CO LTD. RAN AGROUND. AFTER SECTION WAS REFLOATED BY AN ITALIAN COMPANY IN 1952.

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 35 4.7 N,33 59.517 E
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FAQ

Where is the PORLOCK HILL (FWD SECTION) wreck located?

The PORLOCK HILL (FWD SECTION) wreck is located at coordinates 35 4.7 N,33 59.517 E.

How deep is the seabed around the PORLOCK HILL (FWD SECTION)?

The seabed around the PORLOCK HILL (FWD SECTION) lies at approximately 2 meters deep.

When did the PORLOCK HILL (FWD SECTION) sink?

The PORLOCK HILL (FWD SECTION) sank on Dec 21, 1951.

When was the wreck of the PORLOCK HILL (FWD SECTION) discovered?

The wreck of the PORLOCK HILL (FWD SECTION) was discovered in 1952.

What country did the PORLOCK HILL (FWD SECTION) belong to?

The PORLOCK HILL (FWD SECTION) belonged to GB.

What cargo was the PORLOCK HILL (FWD SECTION) carrying?

The PORLOCK HILL (FWD SECTION) was carrying general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the PORLOCK HILL (FWD SECTION)?

The PORLOCK HILL (FWD SECTION) had a tonnage of 7287 tons.

What type of wreck is the PORLOCK HILL (FWD SECTION)?

The PORLOCK HILL (FWD SECTION) is classified as a steam ship.

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