Petersen Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Petersen Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
46 8.9 N,1 14.2 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 46.148333
  • Longitude: -1.236667
Water Depth 6 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name PETERSEN
Type carrier
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Bottom Texture Mud
Original Detection Year 1973
Last Detection Year 1974
Original Source national HO/authority notice to mariners
Markers G CAN LT BUOY, GP.FL(3)G, CLOSE W & G CAN LT BUOY, GP.FL(2)G
Surveying Details H2770/69 22.11.73 WK IN 460854N, 011412W, MARKED BY 2 LT BUOYS, GP.FL(3)G CLOSE W & GP.FL(2)G CLOSE NE. (BREST NM 73 43 48T). H2770/69 27.2.74 DW IN 460854N, 011412W, MARKED BY G CAN LT BUOY, GP.FL(3)G, CLOSE W & G CAN LT BUOY, GP.FL(2)G, CLOSE NE. (BREST NM 74 05 16). - NM 574/74. H2770/69 23.1.76 DELETE. (BREST NM 75 49 27). AMENDED TO DEAD. DELETE. - NM 253/76.
Last Amended Date Aug 24, 2009
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FAQ

Where is the PETERSEN wreck located?

The PETERSEN wreck is located at coordinates 46 8.9 N,1 14.2 W.

How deep is the seabed around the PETERSEN?

The seabed around the PETERSEN lies at approximately 6 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the PETERSEN discovered?

The wreck of the PETERSEN was discovered in 1973.

What type of wreck is the PETERSEN?

The PETERSEN is classified as a carrier.