Promethee Wreck
| Field |
Value |
| Wreck Category |
non-dangerous wreck |
Promethee Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
|
49 48.568 N,1 26.877 W |
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
|
- Latitude: 49.809467
- Longitude: -1.447950
|
| Wreck Depth |
68 m
|
| Water Depth |
71 m
|
| Water Level Effect |
always under water/submerged |
| Vertical Datum |
Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide |
| Name |
PROMETHEE |
|
Type
|
submarine
|
| Flag |
FR |
| Length |
92.3 m |
| Width |
8.2 m |
| Draught |
4.9 |
| Tonnage |
2084 |
| Tonnage Type |
displacement |
| Conspic Visual |
not visually conspicuous |
| Conspic Radar |
not radar conspicuous |
| Date Sunk |
Jul 7, 1932
|
| Bottom Texture |
Rock |
| Original Detection Year |
1932 |
| Last Detection Year |
2017 |
| Original Source |
national HO/authority notice to mariners |
| Last Amended Date |
Mar 28, 2017 |
Simplified Wreck Survey
The shipwreck of the French submarine Promethee is located in the English Channel at coordinates 49 48.568 N, 1 26.877 W. Lying at a depth of 68 meters, this underwater wreck has been extensively documented through historical surveys and nautical records. Originally monitored by buoys shortly after its loss in 1932, the site has been subject to multiple hydrographic examinations to confirm its position and depth. Current data identifies the Promethee wreck as a significant maritime obstruction in the region, with the latest recorded depth measurement of 68 meters confirmed by French wreck records. This historic submarine wreck serves as a key point of interest for navigation and maritime history in the English Channel.
Surveying Details
H5246/32 28.7.32 POSN 494818N, 012625W. WK IS MARKED BY 6 UNLIT BUOYS. (FO). - NM 1210/32. H5246/32 BUOYS REMOVED. (FO 17/8). - NM ISSUED TO CANCEL TNM. 22.1.76 NDW SHOWN IN 494817N, 012630W ON FR 6614D. BR STD. 15.6.82 NDW SHOWN IN 494817N, 012632W ON FR 6614D [1979 EDN]. NCA. 7.3.84 WK OF SUBMARINE 'PROMETHEE' IN 494816N, 012630W [EUR]. GEN DEPTH 60MTRS. (FRENCH WK RECORDS 1976). HH351/352/01 26.2.91 EXAM'D 1990 IN 494819N, 012625W [EUR] LEAST E/S DEPTH 62.8MTRS. (FRENCH NM 91 05 19 & FRENCH WK RECORDS). POSN 4948.316N, 0126.420W [EUR]. NOTED AS DIFFUSION LIMITEE. (FRENCH WK RECORDS 1999). AMENDED TO RESTRICTED - COMMERCIAL. 20.2.02 NOW WK 68MTRS IN 4948.628N, 0126.797W [EUR]. (FRENCH WK RECORDS 2002). BR STD.
Circumstances of loss
LOST DURING TRIALS. (FRENCH WARSHIPS OF WW2).
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49 48.568 N,1 26.877 W
Promethee on Wreck Map
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FAQ
Where is the PROMETHEE wreck located?
The PROMETHEE wreck is located at coordinates 49 48.568 N,1 26.877 W.
How deep is the PROMETHEE and where exactly is it located?
The PROMETHEE lies at a depth of about 68 meters and is located at coordinates 49 48.568 N,1 26.877 W.
How deep is the seabed around the PROMETHEE?
The seabed around the PROMETHEE lies at approximately 71 meters deep.
When did the PROMETHEE sink?
The PROMETHEE sank on Jul 7, 1932.
When was the wreck of the PROMETHEE discovered?
The wreck of the PROMETHEE was discovered in 1932.
What country did the PROMETHEE belong to?
The PROMETHEE belonged to FR.
What was the tonnage of the PROMETHEE?
The PROMETHEE had a tonnage of 2084 tons.
What type of wreck is the PROMETHEE?
The PROMETHEE is classified as a submarine.