Porthos Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Porthos Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
33 36.3 N,7 36.233 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 33.605000
  • Longitude: -7.603883
Water Depth 8 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name PORTHOS
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1949
Last Detection Year 1976
Original Source unknown
Surveying Details H1286/49 12.4.49 STF, BOWS S, SHOWN IN 333618N, 073614W. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED) NC 860. 4.12.56 NOT SHOWN ON FRENCH 5697. AMENDED TO DEAD. DELETE. NC 860. 5.1.77 POSN IN 1946 GIVEN AS 333619N, 073616W. REPORTED DTD 3.11.1952 STATES THAT WK IS BEING INTEGRATED INTO THE NEW JETTY UNDER CONSTRUCTION. (FRENCH WK RECORDS 1976 NO.10937/034) NFA.
Last Amended Date Nov 10, 2016
WRECK MAP LOADING ... 33 36.3 N,7 36.233 W
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FAQ

Where is the PORTHOS wreck located?

The PORTHOS wreck is located at coordinates 33 36.3 N,7 36.233 W.

How deep is the seabed around the PORTHOS?

The seabed around the PORTHOS lies at approximately 8 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the PORTHOS discovered?

The wreck of the PORTHOS was discovered in 1949.