Bus 8 Wreck

Field Value
Obstruction Category foul ground
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Bus 8 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		54 8.593 N,8 3.02 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 54.143217
  • Longitude: 8.050333
Water Depth 24 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BUS 8
Type minesweeper
Flag DE
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1960
Last Detection Year 1974
Original Source national HO/authority notice to mariners
Last Amended Date Mar 25, 2008

Surveying Details

H3714/60 13.9.60 NDW PA IN 540900N, 075900E. (HAMBURG NM 2897/60) BR STD. H2759/65 9.8.65 NOW NDW IN 540838N, 080306E. (HAMBURG NM 2825/65) BR STD. 7.2.69 SHOWN AS DW AS PLOTS IN UNDER 15FMS. NE 1405. H3150/69 10.6.69 NOW SHOWN AS FOUL. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED) NE 1405. H606/61 12.8.74 POSN NOW FOUL. (HAMBURG NM 2497/74) - NM 1685/74. H3734/69 21.1.75 DELETE. (HAMBURG 4449/74) AMENDED TO DEAD. DELETE. BR STD.

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FAQ

Where is the BUS 8 wreck located?

The BUS 8 wreck is located at coordinates 54 8.593 N,8 3.02 E.

How deep is the seabed around the BUS 8?

The seabed around the BUS 8 lies at approximately 24 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the BUS 8 discovered?

The wreck of the BUS 8 was discovered in 1960.

What country did the BUS 8 belong to?

The BUS 8 belonged to DE.

What type of wreck is the BUS 8?

The BUS 8 is classified as a minesweeper.

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