Chagres Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Chagres Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		53 34.214 N,3 43.576 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.570233
  • Longitude: -3.726267
Water Depth 33 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CHAGRES
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 5406
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 9, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Last Detection Year 2013
Original Source other
Surveying Details H0207/40 19.2.40 H0207/40 19.2.40 PFNM 441/40 ISSUED. H0207/40 14.3.40 H0207/40 14.3.40 POSN AMENDED TO 533420N, 034330W. - PFNM 631/40. H0291/40 20.6.40 H0291/40 20.6.40 WK PA 8FMS IN 533412N, 034330W. - NM 1540/40. H4515/46 17.8.46 H4515/46 17.8.46 DISPROVED. (HMS SEAGULL). - NM 2840/46. 10.9.13 10.9.13 NOT LOCATED 2013 USING M/B. (FUGRO OSAE, HI 1376). NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014
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FAQ

Where is the CHAGRES wreck located?

The CHAGRES wreck is located at coordinates 53 34.214 N,3 43.576 W.

How deep is the seabed around the CHAGRES?

The seabed around the CHAGRES lies at approximately 33 meters deep.

When did the CHAGRES sink?

The CHAGRES sank on Feb 9, 1940.

When was the wreck of the CHAGRES discovered?

The wreck of the CHAGRES was discovered in 1940.

What country did the CHAGRES belong to?

The CHAGRES belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the CHAGRES?

The CHAGRES had a tonnage of 5406 tons.

What type of wreck is the CHAGRES?

The CHAGRES is classified as a steam ship.

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