Poutou Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Poutou Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
15 28.133 N,16 43.6 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 15.468883
  • Longitude: -16.726667
Water Depth 2 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name POUTOU
Type barge
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1957
Last Detection Year 1991
Original Source national HO/authority charts
Surveying Details H3574/57 8.7.57 H3574/57 8.7.57 ST SHOWN IN 152810N, 164340W ON FR 6116. 6.1.77 6.1.77 BARGE 'POUTOU' STRANDED, COMPLETELY AGROUND, IN 152800N, 164330W. 2 ARCHED MASTS. (FR WK RECORDS NO 03856/006). 13.9.91 13.9.91 SHOWN IN 152808N, 164336W [WGD] ON FR 6116.
Last Amended Date Jun 18, 2003
WRECK MAP LOADING ... 15 28.133 N,16 43.6 W
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FAQ

Where is the POUTOU wreck located?

The POUTOU wreck is located at coordinates 15 28.133 N,16 43.6 W.

How deep is the seabed around the POUTOU?

The seabed around the POUTOU lies at approximately 2 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the POUTOU discovered?

The wreck of the POUTOU was discovered in 1957.

What type of wreck is the POUTOU?

The POUTOU is classified as a barge.