Sb 168 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Sb 168 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		47 14.14 N,2 15.813 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 47.235667
  • Longitude: -2.263550
Water Depth 5 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SB 168
Type minesweeper
Flag DE
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1945
Last Detection Year 1948
Original Source national HO/authority notice to mariners
Last Amended Date Sep 28, 2001

Simplified Wreck Survey

Underwater wreck SB 168 is located at coordinates 47 14.14 N, 2 15.813 W in the Bay of Biscay off the French coast. Historical survey records for this obstruction detail its initial identification in 1946 when the wreck was marked by a green conical buoy. Subsequent hydrographic updates confirmed the site was monitored with a green spar buoy and later a flashing green light buoy before the navigational markers were removed in October 1948. Following official survey reports in November 1948, the wreck SB 168 was officially recorded as dead and removed from active navigational hazard charts. Current maritime data identifies this site as an underwater obstruction located in the vicinity of the Loire Estuary region.

Surveying Details

H6035/45 9.1.46 WK IN 471412N, 021544W MARKED BY G CON BUOY. (PARIS NM 2891/45). - NM 4205/45. 6.1.48 SHOWN AS DWP MARKED BY G SPAR BUOY ON FRENCH 4882. LC 2989. H4087/45 16.2.48 AMEND BUOY TO GB CON LT BUOY [GP.OCC(2)G]. (PARIS NM 46 4271 47). LC 2989. 15.10.48 BUOY REMOVED. (PARIS NM 1685/48). - NM 2155/48. H4684/48 20.11.48 DELETE. (PARIS NM 24 2144 48). AMENDED TO DEAD. - NM 2570/48.

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FAQ

Where is the SB 168 wreck located?

The SB 168 wreck is located at coordinates 47 14.14 N,2 15.813 W.

How deep is the seabed around the SB 168?

The seabed around the SB 168 lies at approximately 5 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the SB 168 discovered?

The wreck of the SB 168 was discovered in 1945.

What country did the SB 168 belong to?

The SB 168 belonged to DE.

What type of wreck is the SB 168?

The SB 168 is classified as a minesweeper.

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