Asterix Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Asterix Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		48 54.233 N,1 42.5 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 48.903883
  • Longitude: -1.708333
Water Depth 6 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ASTERIX
Type fishing vessel
Flag FR
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1979
Last Detection Year 1988
Original Source national HO/authority notice to mariners
Last Amended Date Jul 23, 2001

Surveying Details

H4722/79 31.12.79 WK REPD IN 485421N, 014237W MARKED BY R SPH LT BUOY. (CHERBOURG AVIS 179/79). NCA YET. 28.1.80 NOW MARKED BY W CARD BUOY, Q(9)15S. (DIFRAP 0405/80). NCA YET. H4722/79 18.6.80 BUOY MOVED TO S OF WK. WILL BE REPLACED. (AV CHERBOURG 1192/80). NCA. H4006/78 19.5.81 WK 1.5MTRS IN 485421N, 014237W MARKED BY W CARD BUOY 100MTRS W. (BREST NM 81 16 08(T)). PLOTS 137.5DEGS, 5.7M FROM POINTE DU ROC LT. [485414N, 014230W]. WK 0FMS 5FT IN 485414N, 014230W. - NM 1159(T)/81. H4006/78 2.12.81 BREST NM [81 16 08(T)] CANCELLED. (BREST WKLY NM 40/81). NM [1159(T)/81] CANCELLED. H4226/85 13.1.89 DELETE FROM RECORDS. (EPSHOM 10.6.88). AMENDED TO DEAD.

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FAQ

Where is the ASTERIX wreck located?

The ASTERIX wreck is located at coordinates 48 54.233 N,1 42.5 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ASTERIX?

The seabed around the ASTERIX lies at approximately 6 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the ASTERIX discovered?

The wreck of the ASTERIX was discovered in 1979.

What country did the ASTERIX belong to?

The ASTERIX belonged to FR.

What type of wreck is the ASTERIX?

The ASTERIX is classified as a fishing vessel.

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