Crocus (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Crocus (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		52 50.075 N,1 42.239 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 52.834583
  • Longitude: 1.703983
Wreck Depth 34 m
Water Depth 38 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CROCUS (POSSIBLY)
Type lighter
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1922
Last Detection Year 2015
Original Source national HO/authority wreck information
Last Amended Date May 28, 2015

Surveying Details

H830/2213 13.2.22 DW PA (1922) IN 525030N, 014200E. SWEPT BY TH & CROCUS FOUND. BA 1094. H1952/80 23.1.83 EXAMINED 24.6.81 IN 525003N, 014221E [OGB] USING HIFIX/6 [2 LOP]. LEAST E/S DEPTH 34 IN GEN DEPTH 38MTRS. SCOUR DEPTH 39MTRS. DCS3 HT 4.3MTRS. (SOISS, HI 22). APPEARS FROM E/S TRACE MORE LIKELY TO BE A BOTTOM FEATURE THAN A WK. HOWEVER INS AS WK 34MTRS. BR STD. H4402/84 15.7.87 NOT FOUND DURING PRE ROUTE SURVEY BY MV DAWN FLIGHT, 4.2.85 TO 1.3.85 [K9991/3]. AMENDED TO DEAD. BR STD. SEP 2015/000041896 28.5.15 NOT LOCATED. (GARDLINE HI 1427). AMEND DEAD.

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FAQ

Where is the CROCUS (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The CROCUS (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 52 50.075 N,1 42.239 E.

How deep is the CROCUS (POSSIBLY) and where exactly is it located?

The CROCUS (POSSIBLY) lies at a depth of about 34 meters and is located at coordinates 52 50.075 N,1 42.239 E.

How deep is the seabed around the CROCUS (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the CROCUS (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 38 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the CROCUS (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the CROCUS (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1922.

What type of wreck is the CROCUS (POSSIBLY)?

The CROCUS (POSSIBLY) is classified as a lighter.

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