Vampyr Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Vampyr Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		52 7.01 S,58 47.26 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -52.116833
  • Longitude: -58.787667
Water Depth 50 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name VAMPYR
Type sailing vessel
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1870
Last Detection Year 1999
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Aug 5, 2014

Simplified Wreck Survey

The underwater wreck of the vessel VAMPYR is located at coordinates 52 7.01 S, 58 47.26 W in Low Bay. Historical hydrographic survey records indicate that the wreck was lost in this approximate area and has not been located during subsequent searches by HMS Endurance. Because the obstruction could not be found and was never officially charted, it is classified as dead and recommended for deletion from maritime charts.

Surveying Details

3.3.70 LOST IN LOW BAY, IN 520700S, 584700W APPROX. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). HH090/832/01 10.5.99 NOT LOCATED. RECOMMEND DELETE. (HMS ENDURANCE, ROS FOR HI 832). AMENDED TO DEAD. NCA, NEVER CHARTED. HH090/832/01 27.6.00 NOT LOCATED. (HMS ENDURANCE, ROS FOR HI 832). NCA.

Circumstances of loss

3 MAST. LOST IN LOW BAY. (FALKLAND ISLAND SHORES, PUBLISHED 1985).

General Comments

3 MASTS

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FAQ

Where is the VAMPYR wreck located?

The VAMPYR wreck is located at coordinates 52 7.01 S,58 47.26 W.

How deep is the seabed around the VAMPYR?

The seabed around the VAMPYR lies at approximately 50 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the VAMPYR discovered?

The wreck of the VAMPYR was discovered in 1870.

What type of wreck is the VAMPYR?

The VAMPYR is classified as a sailing vessel.

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