Empress Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Empress Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
49 43.89 N,2 11.107 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 49.731500
  • Longitude: -2.185117
Water Depth 7 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name EMPRESS
Type barge
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 21, 1923
Original Detection Year 1923
Original Source other
Surveying Details 20.7.72 20.7.72 LOST OFF HOUMET DE PIED. (CHANNEL ISLAND WKS). POSN 494357N, 021101W FOR FILING ONLY. NCA.
Last Amended Date Jun 16, 1999

Circumstances of loss

LOST OFF HOUMET DE PIED. (CHANNEL ISLANDS WKS).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 49 43.89 N,2 11.107 W
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FAQ

Where is the EMPRESS wreck located?

The EMPRESS wreck is located at coordinates 49 43.89 N,2 11.107 W.

How deep is the seabed around the EMPRESS?

The seabed around the EMPRESS lies at approximately 7 meters deep.

When did the EMPRESS sink?

The EMPRESS sank on Feb 21, 1923.

When was the wreck of the EMPRESS discovered?

The wreck of the EMPRESS was discovered in 1923.

What type of wreck is the EMPRESS?

The EMPRESS is classified as a barge.