Deputie Gaston Dumesnil (Possibly) Wreck
| Field |
Value |
| Wreck Category |
non-dangerous wreck |
Deputie gaston dumesnil (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
|
50 42.77 N,4 58.423 W |
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
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- Latitude: 50.712833
- Longitude: -4.973717
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| Wreck Depth |
47 m
|
| Water Depth |
52 m
|
| Water Level Effect |
always under water/submerged |
| Vertical Datum |
Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide |
| Name |
DEPUTIE GASTON DUMESNIL (POSSIBLY) |
|
Type
|
steam ship
|
| Flag |
FR |
| Length |
81.3 m |
| Width |
12 m |
| Draught |
7 |
| Sonar Length |
39 |
| Sonar Width |
13 |
| Shadow Height |
4.8 |
| Orientation |
70 |
| Tonnage |
2329 |
| Tonnage Type |
gross |
| Cargo |
coal
|
| Conspic Visual |
not visually conspicuous |
| Conspic Radar |
not radar conspicuous |
| Date Sunk |
Nov 6, 1921
|
| Bottom Texture |
Sand |
| Original Detection Year |
1945 |
| Last Detection Year |
2011 |
| Original Source |
other |
| Last Amended Date |
Aug 10, 2011 |
Surveying Details
H113/45 25.3.45 H113/45 WK IN 504208N, 045754W [OGB]. (PLYMOUTH LIST 840/5, 25.3.45). H113/45 4.7.45 H113/45 POSN NOW REPD AS 504230N, 045742W [OGB]. (PLYMOUTH LIST 840/2, 4.7.45). 20.7.45 20.7.45 WK - GOOD SONAR CONTACT - IN 504230N, 045742W [OGB]. LENGTH 345FT, HEIGHT 40FT ABOVE SEABED. LIES IN TWO HALVES. GAVE OFF OIL. (AUBD 321/43). H7613/52 5.12.52 H7613/52 5.12.52 CHARTED AS NDW PA IN 504230N, 045742W [OGB]. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). NC 1156. 14.11.72 14.11.72 NOW CHARTED AS USC 15FMS [28MTRS]. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). NE 1178. 4.5.78 4.5.78 NOW CHARTED AS WK 35MTRS. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). NC 1178. SANK OFF THE MOULS. (CORNISH SHIPWRECKS). 22.5.80 SANK NW OF PORT ISAAC IN APPROX 504230N, 045800W [OGB]. (A CROTHALL, 22.5.80). NCA. 10.8.11 10.8.11 LOCATED 28.3.10 IN 5042.770N, 0458.423W [WGD] USING DGPS. LEAST M/B DEPTH 47.26 IN GEN DEPTH 52.0MTRS. NO SCOUR. LENGTH 39MTRS, WIDTH 13MTRS, HT 4.75MTRS. LIES 070/250 DEGS WITH BOWS WSW. SEABED SAND. (FUGRO OSAE, HI 1157). ?PARTIAL WK. AMEND WK 47MTRS IN REVISED POSN. BR STD.
Circumstances of loss
BUILT BY CHANTIERS NAV FRANCAIS, CAEN. TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE, SINGLE SHAFT. PASSAGE CARDIFF FOR ROUEN. FOUNDERED. (CORNISH SHIPWRECKS & SIBI).
WRECK MAP LOADING ...
50 42.77 N,4 58.423 W
Deputie Gaston Dumesnil (Possibly) on Wreck Map
Deputie Gaston Dumesnil (Possibly) Wreck on Google Map
FAQ
Where is the DEPUTIE GASTON DUMESNIL (POSSIBLY) wreck located?
The DEPUTIE GASTON DUMESNIL (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 50 42.77 N,4 58.423 W.
How deep is the DEPUTIE GASTON DUMESNIL (POSSIBLY) and where exactly is it located?
The DEPUTIE GASTON DUMESNIL (POSSIBLY) lies at a depth of about 47 meters and is located at coordinates 50 42.77 N,4 58.423 W.
How deep is the seabed around the DEPUTIE GASTON DUMESNIL (POSSIBLY)?
The seabed around the DEPUTIE GASTON DUMESNIL (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 52 meters deep.
When did the DEPUTIE GASTON DUMESNIL (POSSIBLY) sink?
The DEPUTIE GASTON DUMESNIL (POSSIBLY) sank on Nov 6, 1921.
When was the wreck of the DEPUTIE GASTON DUMESNIL (POSSIBLY) discovered?
The wreck of the DEPUTIE GASTON DUMESNIL (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1945.
What country did the DEPUTIE GASTON DUMESNIL (POSSIBLY) belong to?
The DEPUTIE GASTON DUMESNIL (POSSIBLY) belonged to FR.
What cargo was the DEPUTIE GASTON DUMESNIL (POSSIBLY) carrying?
The DEPUTIE GASTON DUMESNIL (POSSIBLY) was carrying coal.
What was the tonnage of the DEPUTIE GASTON DUMESNIL (POSSIBLY)?
The DEPUTIE GASTON DUMESNIL (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 2329 tons.
What type of wreck is the DEPUTIE GASTON DUMESNIL (POSSIBLY)?
The DEPUTIE GASTON DUMESNIL (POSSIBLY) is classified as a steam ship.
General Comments
?PARTIAL WK