Galopin Ii Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Galopin ii Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 43.373 N,1 9.933 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.722883
  • Longitude: 1.165550
Wreck Depth 24 m
Water Depth 26 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name GALOPIN II
Type fishing vessel
Flag FR
Length 18 m
Tonnage 50
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 20, 1976
Original Detection Year 1976
Last Detection Year 2013
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Apr 22, 2014

Surveying Details

22.9.76 SANK 3 MILES SE OF BULLOCK BUOY. (LL, 22.9.76). H1232/70 23.9.76 REPORTED SUNK IN 504315N 010950E [EUR]. LEAST DEPTH 24.1MTRS. (AVURNAV CHERBOURG 424). INS AS WK 24MTRS IN 504320N, 011002E [OGB]. BR STD. H1232/70 23.9.76 SUNK IN 14FMS IN POSN 148DEGS DUNGENESS PT, 13.5 MILES. POSN AMENDED TO 504320N, 011002E. (DOVER STRAIT CG, 21.9.76). NCA. H3007/71 20.4.77 REPD IN 504323N, 011004E [EUR]. (FRENCH NM 11/29/27). NCA. 22.4.14 NOT LOCATED 2013 USING M/B & MAGNETOMETER. (GARDLINE GEOSURVEY, HI 1436). AMEND DEAD.

Circumstances of loss

SANK 3M SE OF BULLOCK BAY. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the GALOPIN II wreck located?

The GALOPIN II wreck is located at coordinates 50 43.373 N,1 9.933 E.

How deep is the GALOPIN II and where exactly is it located?

The GALOPIN II lies at a depth of about 24 meters and is located at coordinates 50 43.373 N,1 9.933 E.

How deep is the seabed around the GALOPIN II?

The seabed around the GALOPIN II lies at approximately 26 meters deep.

When did the GALOPIN II sink?

The GALOPIN II sank on Sep 20, 1976.

When was the wreck of the GALOPIN II discovered?

The wreck of the GALOPIN II was discovered in 1976.

What country did the GALOPIN II belong to?

The GALOPIN II belonged to FR.

What was the tonnage of the GALOPIN II?

The GALOPIN II had a tonnage of 50 tons.

What type of wreck is the GALOPIN II?

The GALOPIN II is classified as a fishing vessel.

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