Thierry (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Thierry (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 51.964 N,5 47.776 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.866067
  • Longitude: -5.796267
Wreck Depth 74 m
Water Depth 82 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name THIERRY (POSSIBLY)
Type trawler
Flag FR
Shadow Height 8.1
Orientation 10
Tonnage 200
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 13, 1971
Bottom Texture Sand
Scour Dimensions ,,083.0,
Original Detection Year 1971
Last Detection Year 1980
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 6.6.72 SANK IN 505400N, 055600W. (LLOYDS 205/94). NCA. INS AS USC 70MTRS. NC 1178. H1932/79 17.2.81 AREA WITHIN 2.5MILES OF 505400N, 055600W SEARCHED USING DCS3. NO WRECK FOUND. NEW WK, POSSIBLY THE THIERRY, LOCATED & EXAM'D IN 505156N, 054743W [OGB] USING HIFIX/6 [2 LOP]. LEAST E/S DEPTH 74 IN GEN DEPTH 82MTRS. DCS3 HT 8.1MTRS. SCOUR 83MTRS DEEP. LYING ON FLAT SAND IN TWO PARTS IN GEN DIRECTION 010/190 DEGS, AND ABOUT 25MTRS APART. MAGNETIC ANOMALY 97NT. (HMS FAWN HI 56A/79-80). BR STD.
Last Amended Date Jun 11, 2002

Circumstances of loss

SANK AFTER COLLISION WITH MFV REGINE.

General Comments

IN 2 PARTS ABOUT 25MTRS APART

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FAQ

Where is the THIERRY (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The THIERRY (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 50 51.964 N,5 47.776 W.

How deep is the THIERRY (POSSIBLY) and where exactly is it located?

The THIERRY (POSSIBLY) lies at a depth of about 74 meters and is located at coordinates 50 51.964 N,5 47.776 W.

How deep is the seabed around the THIERRY (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the THIERRY (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 82 meters deep.

When did the THIERRY (POSSIBLY) sink?

The THIERRY (POSSIBLY) sank on Jul 13, 1971.

When was the wreck of the THIERRY (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the THIERRY (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1971.

What country did the THIERRY (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The THIERRY (POSSIBLY) belonged to FR.

What was the tonnage of the THIERRY (POSSIBLY)?

The THIERRY (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 200 tons.

What type of wreck is the THIERRY (POSSIBLY)?

The THIERRY (POSSIBLY) is classified as a trawler.

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