Nicholine (Ph172) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Nicholine (ph172) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 17.035 N,4 36.065 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.283917
  • Longitude: -4.601083
Wreck Depth 18 m
Water Depth 53 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name NICHOLINE (PH172)
Type trawler
Flag GB
Length 15.2 m
Tonnage 25
Tonnage Type net
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 20, 1979
Original Detection Year 1979
Last Detection Year 1981
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Nov 25, 2020

Surveying Details

H4287/77 4.9.79 SANK IN PA 501700N, 043600W [OGB] IN 30MTRS. (FALMOUTH CG & LL, 22.8.79). CHART AS USCPA 18MTRS. - NM 2181/79. H1961/79 18.3.81 NOT FOUND DURING CLOSE AREA SEARCH USING E/S & DCS3. (HMS WOODLARK, HI 71A/80). AMENDED DEAD. BR STD. SEP 2020/000287353 25.11.20 NOT FOUND IN M/B DATA (HI1678, CLINTON MARINE SURVEY LTD). NCA.

Circumstances of loss

ALL ELECTICAL EQUIPMENT FAILED INCLUDING PUMP. BEGAN TAKING IN WATER THROUGH STERN GLAND AND LATER SANK. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the NICHOLINE (PH172) wreck located?

The NICHOLINE (PH172) wreck is located at coordinates 50 17.035 N,4 36.065 W.

How deep is the NICHOLINE (PH172) and where exactly is it located?

The NICHOLINE (PH172) lies at a depth of about 18 meters and is located at coordinates 50 17.035 N,4 36.065 W.

How deep is the seabed around the NICHOLINE (PH172)?

The seabed around the NICHOLINE (PH172) lies at approximately 53 meters deep.

When did the NICHOLINE (PH172) sink?

The NICHOLINE (PH172) sank on Aug 20, 1979.

When was the wreck of the NICHOLINE (PH172) discovered?

The wreck of the NICHOLINE (PH172) was discovered in 1979.

What country did the NICHOLINE (PH172) belong to?

The NICHOLINE (PH172) belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the NICHOLINE (PH172)?

The NICHOLINE (PH172) had a tonnage of 25 tons.

What type of wreck is the NICHOLINE (PH172)?

The NICHOLINE (PH172) is classified as a trawler.

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