Cape Fourchu Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Cape fourchu Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		47 23 N,59 33 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 47.383333
  • Longitude: -59.550000
Water Depth 460 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CAPE FOURCHU
Type trawler
Flag CA
Length 50 m
Width 11.9 m
Draught 4.3
Tonnage 991
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 3, 1989
Original Detection Year 1989
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details HH602/350/01 2.6.89 COLLISION TOOK PLACE IN 472254N, 593330W, APPROX. SANK WITHIN ABOUT 30 MINUTES IN 255FMS. (LL 10,11,12 & 16.5.89). NCA.
Last Amended Date Dec 12, 2008

Circumstances of loss

SANK FOLLOWING A COLLISION IN HEAVY FOG WITH POLISH M BULK CARRIER 'ZIEMIA OPOLSKA'. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the CAPE FOURCHU wreck located?

The CAPE FOURCHU wreck is located at coordinates 47 23 N,59 33 W.

How deep is the seabed around the CAPE FOURCHU?

The seabed around the CAPE FOURCHU lies at approximately 460 meters deep.

When did the CAPE FOURCHU sink?

The CAPE FOURCHU sank on May 3, 1989.

When was the wreck of the CAPE FOURCHU discovered?

The wreck of the CAPE FOURCHU was discovered in 1989.

What country did the CAPE FOURCHU belong to?

The CAPE FOURCHU belonged to CA.

What was the tonnage of the CAPE FOURCHU?

The CAPE FOURCHU had a tonnage of 991 tons.

What type of wreck is the CAPE FOURCHU?

The CAPE FOURCHU is classified as a trawler.

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