Porto (Possibly Forto) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Porto (possibly forto) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		49 30.7 N,0 1.85 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 49.511667
  • Longitude: -0.030833
Wreck Depth 12 m
Water Depth 15 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name PORTO (POSSIBLY FORTO)
Type steam ship
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 1950
Original Source unknown
Surveying Details H3031/18 14.6.18 WK IN 492045N, 000130W. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). - FNM 397/18. H980/19 29.1.19 WK IN 493041N, 000133W APPROX. (FRENCH NM 1/19). CHART AS WK [OLD SYMBOL]. BR STD. H6358/19 18.8.19 WK, LEAST DEPTH 16.4FT [2.5FMS], IN 493042N, 000148W. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). BR STD. H3202/21 26.5.21 H3202/21 26.5.21 WK NOW IN 493049N, 000130W. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). H292/22 18.5.22 CHART AS WK 2.75FMS IN 493041N, 000151W. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). H6060/24 AMEND TO WK 4.75FMS MARKED BY G CONL LT BUOY, FR, CLOSE E. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). NE 2613. H1291/28 24.2.28 AMEND TO WK 2.75FMS. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). BR STD. H1662/30 5.3.30 AMEND TO WK 6.5FMS [12MTRS]. BR STD. H1662/30 5.3.50 AMEND TO WK 6.5FMS IN 493042N, 000151W. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). BR STD. 6.3.50 DELETE FROM ALL CHARTS. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). AMENDED TO DEAD. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Nov 19, 2001
WRECK MAP LOADING ... 49 30.7 N,0 1.85 W
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FAQ

Where is the PORTO (POSSIBLY FORTO) wreck located?

The PORTO (POSSIBLY FORTO) wreck is located at coordinates 49 30.7 N,0 1.85 W.

How deep is the PORTO (POSSIBLY FORTO) and where exactly is it located?

The PORTO (POSSIBLY FORTO) lies at a depth of about 12 meters and is located at coordinates 49 30.7 N,0 1.85 W.

How deep is the seabed around the PORTO (POSSIBLY FORTO)?

The seabed around the PORTO (POSSIBLY FORTO) lies at approximately 15 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the PORTO (POSSIBLY FORTO) discovered?

The wreck of the PORTO (POSSIBLY FORTO) was discovered in 1917.

What type of wreck is the PORTO (POSSIBLY FORTO)?

The PORTO (POSSIBLY FORTO) is classified as a steam ship.

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