Helicon Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Helicon Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		40 27.25 N,19 26.5 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 40.454167
  • Longitude: 19.441667
Water Depth 30 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Low Water Springs
Name HELICON
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1883
Last Detection Year 1983
Original Source other
Markers DEPTH 7 FMS LEGEND 'HELICON 1883'
Last Amended Date Jul 16, 2003

Surveying Details

5.1.1885 CHARTED AS HELICON PATCH 7FMS ON BA 2701 [PUBLISHED 1878]. (SHIPS REPORT BY HELICON IN 1883). 16.11.83 SHOWN AS WK 7 FMS IN 402716N, 192605E, MARKED BY BUOY ON US 54260 [3RD EDN 1983], BUT NOTHING SHOWN ON ITALIAN 586. [PRESUMABLY ASSUMED TO BE A WK BY AMERICAN HYDRO]. DEPTH 7FMS WITH LEGEND 'HELICON 1883' SHOWN IN 402715N, 192630E ON BA 1589 & AS DEPTH 7FMS ON BA 2701. (CB ARE GOING TO CONTINUE TO CHART AS A SHOAL PATCH ON NC IN HAND & NOT AS A WK). AMENDED TO DEAD.

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 40 27.25 N,19 26.5 E
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FAQ

Where is the HELICON wreck located?

The HELICON wreck is located at coordinates 40 27.25 N,19 26.5 E.

How deep is the seabed around the HELICON?

The seabed around the HELICON lies at approximately 30 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the HELICON discovered?

The wreck of the HELICON was discovered in 1883.

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