Champlain Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Champlain Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
18 15 N,109 33.9 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 18.250000
  • Longitude: 109.565000
Water Depth 0 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CHAMPLAIN
Length 134.4 m
Width 17.4 m
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 26, 1955
Original Detection Year 1956
Last Detection Year 2018
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H6277/55 12.3.56 VESSEL DRIVEN ASHORE IN 181700N, 1093300E APPROX. (LL). NCA. 2.2.06 ABOVE POSN PLOTS ASHORE. POSN 1815.00N, 10933.9E FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Apr 24, 2018

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1942 AS 'FORT LA PRAIRIE' (NORTH SANDS TYPE). DRIVEN ASHORE ON SOUTHERN HAINAN ISLAND, CHINA. (LL).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 18 15 N,109 33.9 E
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FAQ

Where is the CHAMPLAIN wreck located?

The CHAMPLAIN wreck is located at coordinates 18 15 N,109 33.9 E.

When did the CHAMPLAIN sink?

The CHAMPLAIN sank on Jun 26, 1955.

When was the wreck of the CHAMPLAIN discovered?

The wreck of the CHAMPLAIN was discovered in 1956.