Veroloch Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Veroloch Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		48 36.425 N,4 37.389 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 48.607083
  • Longitude: -4.623150
Wreck Depth -6 m
Water Depth -7 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name VEROLOCH
Type carrier
Flag GB
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Bottom Texture Rock
Original Detection Year 1952
Last Detection Year 2018
Original Source national HO/authority charts
Last Amended Date Jan 2, 2019

Simplified Wreck Survey

Wreck of the vessel VEROLOCH located at coordinates 48 36.425 N, 4 37.389 W in the English Channel off the coast of Brittany, France. This underwater obstruction is recorded as a structural wreck drying 6 meters. Historical surveying records from the UK Hydrographic Office note multiple position updates for the VEROLOCH, with the most recent and accurate positioning established on French Chart 7094 INT 1757. The wreck remains a documented maritime hazard and point of interest for nautical charting in the region.

Surveying Details

18.12.52 ST SHOWN IN 483624N, 043721W ON FRENCH CHARTS. NC 1432. 24.8.77 POSN NOW 483629N, 043718W [EUR]. (FRENCH WK RECORDS 1976). 25.8.89 ST DRIES 6MTRS IN 483629N, 043718W [EUR]. POSN ACCURACY 500MTRS. (FRENCH WK RECORDS, NO.14584044). NC 1432. 28.4.92 SHOWN AS ST PA, DRIES 6MTRS, DUE TO POSN ACCURACY 500MTRS. (CHART BRANCH DECISION). BR STD. 3.7.06 SHOWN AS ST PD, DRIES 6.0MTRS, ON FRENCH 7094 [INT 1757] [1990 EDN CORRECT TO FRENCH NM 30-09-2004, LARGEST SCALE ADOPTION]. NE 1432. 15.4.08 SHOWN IN 4836.425N, 0437.389W [WGD] ON FRENCH 7094 [INT 1757] [3RD EDN 2007, LARGEST SCALE ADOPTION]. NE 1432.

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FAQ

Where is the VEROLOCH wreck located?

The VEROLOCH wreck is located at coordinates 48 36.425 N,4 37.389 W.

How deep is the VEROLOCH and where exactly is it located?

The VEROLOCH lies at a depth of about -6 meters and is located at coordinates 48 36.425 N,4 37.389 W.

When was the wreck of the VEROLOCH discovered?

The wreck of the VEROLOCH was discovered in 1952.

What country did the VEROLOCH belong to?

The VEROLOCH belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the VEROLOCH?

The VEROLOCH is classified as a carrier.

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