Beacon No.1 Wreck

Field Value
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Beacon no.1 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
32 55.773 N,13 13.315 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 32.929550
  • Longitude: 13.221917
Water Depth 15 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BEACON NO.1
Type Cement/Concrete
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1981
Last Detection Year 2007
Original Source national HO authority radio navigational warning
Surveying Details H2202/80 2.2.81 H2202/80 2.2.81 BASE OF BN CONSTITUTES AN OBSTRUCTION TO NAVIGATION IN 325546.4N, 131318.9E. (TELEX DTD 25.1.81). NCA YET. 21.11.07 21.11.07 BEACON NO.1 RE-INSTATED. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED) AMENDED TO DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Nov 21, 2007

Circumstances of loss

A TEMPORARY UNLIT CONCRETE BEACON WAS DEMOLISHED TO ITS BASE DURING A SEVERE STORM. (PORTS & LIGHTS ADMINISTRATION, LIBYA).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 32 55.773 N,13 13.315 E
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FAQ

Where is the BEACON NO.1 wreck located?

The BEACON NO.1 wreck is located at coordinates 32 55.773 N,13 13.315 E.

How deep is the seabed around the BEACON NO.1?

The seabed around the BEACON NO.1 lies at approximately 15 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the BEACON NO.1 discovered?

The wreck of the BEACON NO.1 was discovered in 1981.

What type of wreck is the BEACON NO.1?

The BEACON NO.1 is classified as a cement/concrete.