Amphion Of Polruan Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Amphion of polruan Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
50 5.536 N,4 38.565 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.092267
  • Longitude: -4.642750
Water Depth 69 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name AMPHION OF POLRUAN
Type sloop
Flag GB
Length 12.8 m
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 21, 1974
Original Detection Year 1974
Last Detection Year 2014
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 23.7.44 SANK ABOUT 14.5M S OF FOWEY. (LL, 23.7.74). POSN 500530N, 043830W [OGB] FOR FILING ONLY. SEP 2014/000153151 19.9.14 NOT LOCATED 2014 USING M/B & MAGNETOMETER. (MMT, HI 1455). AMEND DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Sep 19, 2014

Circumstances of loss

23.7.74 SANK, FOLLOWING A FIRE, WHILE EN ROUTE FOWEY TO L'ABERWRAC'H. (LL, 23.7.74).

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FAQ

Where is the AMPHION OF POLRUAN wreck located?

The AMPHION OF POLRUAN wreck is located at coordinates 50 5.536 N,4 38.565 W.

How deep is the seabed around the AMPHION OF POLRUAN?

The seabed around the AMPHION OF POLRUAN lies at approximately 69 meters deep.

When did the AMPHION OF POLRUAN sink?

The AMPHION OF POLRUAN sank on Jul 21, 1974.

When was the wreck of the AMPHION OF POLRUAN discovered?

The wreck of the AMPHION OF POLRUAN was discovered in 1974.

What country did the AMPHION OF POLRUAN belong to?

The AMPHION OF POLRUAN belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the AMPHION OF POLRUAN?

The AMPHION OF POLRUAN is classified as a sloop.