Hms Melbreack Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Hms melbreack Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		49 58.098 N,0 25.686 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 49.968300
  • Longitude: -0.428100
Wreck Depth 41.6 m
Water Depth 48 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HMS MELBREACK
Shadow Height 6.2
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1944
Last Detection Year 1990
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Feb 13, 2012

Surveying Details

H03737/44 24.7.44 HMS MELBREAK WAS DAMAGED BY UNDERWATER EXPLOSION WHILE ATTACKING ASDIC CONTACT IN 495800N, 002512W, APPROX. APPARENTLY SUBMERGED AMMUNITION IN BULK. (C-IN-C PORTSMOUTH). H3898/82 7.12.82 WK 41MTRS [22FMS] IN 495809N, 002536W [EUR]. (BREST NM 82 46 24). BR STD. 19.9.90 WK 41MTRS SHOWN IN 495809N, 002536W ON FR 6857 [1986]. UNKNOWN IN 495809.2N, 002536.6W [EUR]. ACCURACY +/-20MTRS. EXAM'D BY E/S & MAGNETOMETER. LEAST E/S DEPTH 41.6 IN GEN DEPTH 48MTRS. STANDS 6.2MTRS HIGH. (FR WK RECORDS NO.14590368). NC 2613. [WGD] POSN: 4958.098N, 0025.686W.

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FAQ

Where is the HMS MELBREACK wreck located?

The HMS MELBREACK wreck is located at coordinates 49 58.098 N,0 25.686 W.

How deep is the HMS MELBREACK and where exactly is it located?

The HMS MELBREACK lies at a depth of about 41.6 meters and is located at coordinates 49 58.098 N,0 25.686 W.

How deep is the seabed around the HMS MELBREACK?

The seabed around the HMS MELBREACK lies at approximately 48 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the HMS MELBREACK discovered?

The wreck of the HMS MELBREACK was discovered in 1944.

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