Brion Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Brion Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 11 N,61 15 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.183333
  • Longitude: -61.250000
Water Depth 10 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BRION
Type motor vessel
Flag CA
Length 46 m
Width 8.2 m
Draught 5.3
Tonnage 521
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 4, 1976
Original Detection Year 1977
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 26.10.77 26.10.77 STRANDED & SANK OFF KEGASKA. (LL,26.10.77). NCA, POSN 501100N, 611500W APPROX FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Jul 7, 2009

Circumstances of loss

26.10.77 BUILT IN 1946 BY ST LAWRENCE METAL & MARINE WORKS, INC, QUEBEC. STRANDED & SANK OFF KEGASKA, GULF OF ST LAWRENCE. PASSAGE NATASHQUAN FOR KEGASKA. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY D. THIBEAULT. (LL,26.10.77 & MSD)

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FAQ

Where is the BRION wreck located?

The BRION wreck is located at coordinates 50 11 N,61 15 W.

How deep is the seabed around the BRION?

The seabed around the BRION lies at approximately 10 meters deep.

When did the BRION sink?

The BRION sank on Aug 4, 1976.

When was the wreck of the BRION discovered?

The wreck of the BRION was discovered in 1977.

What country did the BRION belong to?

The BRION belonged to CA.

What cargo was the BRION carrying?

The BRION was carrying general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the BRION?

The BRION had a tonnage of 521 tons.

What type of wreck is the BRION?

The BRION is classified as a motor vessel.

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