P'tit Goulu Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
P'tit goulu Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
46 41.24 N,1 57.84 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 46.687333
  • Longitude: -1.964000
Water Depth 2 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name P'TIT GOULU
Type fishing vessel
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1986
Last Detection Year 2002
Original Source national HO/authority notice to mariners
Last Amended Date May 12, 2005

Simplified Wreck Survey

The P'tit Goulu is a documented underwater wreck located off the coast of France in the Bay of Biscay. The wreck is situated at coordinates 46 41.24 N, 1 57.84 W. Recorded as a drying obstruction that covers and uncovers with the tide, the wreck is classified as a submerged structural hazard. Historical survey data from the UK Hydrographic Office and French naval records describe the site as a static wreck with a position accuracy of approximately 500 meters. The P'tit Goulu remains charted for navigational safety, identified in French nautical charts as a permanent underwater obstruction.

Surveying Details

H2909/85 13.6.86 WK, WHICH COVERS AND UNCOVERS, IN 464118N, 015745W. [POSN DOUBTFUL]. (BREST NM 86 19 28). NCA, PLOTS VERY CLOSE INSHORE. H2909/85 CHART AS ST PD IN 464118N, 015745W. - NM BLOCK 582/87. 7.4.88 ST, POSN ACCURACY 500MTRS. (FRENCH WK RECORDS 1987, NO.14561091). NC 3640. 4.8.88 SHOWN AS ST PD ON NC 3640. 12.5.05 SHOWN AS ST PD IN 4641.240N, 0157.840W [WGD] ON FRENCH 7402 [2ND EDN 2002, LARGEST SCALE ADOPTION]. NC 2997.

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FAQ

Where is the P'TIT GOULU wreck located?

The P'TIT GOULU wreck is located at coordinates 46 41.24 N,1 57.84 W.

How deep is the seabed around the P'TIT GOULU?

The seabed around the P'TIT GOULU lies at approximately 2 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the P'TIT GOULU discovered?

The wreck of the P'TIT GOULU was discovered in 1986.

What type of wreck is the P'TIT GOULU?

The P'TIT GOULU is classified as a fishing vessel.