Saint Simeon (Possibly). Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Saint simeon (possibly). Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 4.395 N,3 55.078 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.073250
  • Longitude: -3.917967
Wreck Depth 60 m
Water Depth 67 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SAINT SIMEON (POSSIBLY).
Type trawler
Flag FR
Shadow Height 2
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1985
Last Detection Year 2005
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Apr 14, 2005

Surveying Details

H4287/77 12.3.85 H4287/77 12.3.85 FINALLY ABANDONED 14M SW OF RAME HEAD. NO SIGHTING SINCE CREW WAS EVACUATED, SO ASSUMED TO HAVE SUNK. (LL, 16,18.2.85; SIG DTD 16.2.85; TELEX DTD 16.2.85 AND RNW/BRIXHAM CG TELECON 17.2.85). NCA. H100/351/03 31.8.90 H100/351/03 31.8.90 WK, THOUGHT TO BE FRENCH TRAWLER 'ST.SIMONE', LOCATED 5.8.90 IN 500421.5N, 035500.5W [OGB] USING DECCA. STANDS 2MTRS HIGH. (T ALLEN, 9.8.90). CHART AS USC 60MTRS. BR STD. HH091/059/01 14.4.05 HH091/059/01 14.4.05 NOT LOCATED, DISPROVED. (GARDLINE, HI 1059). AMEND DEAD. BR STD.

Circumstances of loss

DAMAGED DURING BAD WEATHER. ABANDONED BY CREW AND LAST SEEN DRIFTING. (LL).

General Comments

WOODEN HULL

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FAQ

Where is the SAINT SIMEON (POSSIBLY). wreck located?

The SAINT SIMEON (POSSIBLY). wreck is located at coordinates 50 4.395 N,3 55.078 W.

How deep is the SAINT SIMEON (POSSIBLY). and where exactly is it located?

The SAINT SIMEON (POSSIBLY). lies at a depth of about 60 meters and is located at coordinates 50 4.395 N,3 55.078 W.

How deep is the seabed around the SAINT SIMEON (POSSIBLY).?

The seabed around the SAINT SIMEON (POSSIBLY). lies at approximately 67 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the SAINT SIMEON (POSSIBLY). discovered?

The wreck of the SAINT SIMEON (POSSIBLY). was discovered in 1985.

What country did the SAINT SIMEON (POSSIBLY). belong to?

The SAINT SIMEON (POSSIBLY). belonged to FR.

What type of wreck is the SAINT SIMEON (POSSIBLY).?

The SAINT SIMEON (POSSIBLY). is classified as a trawler.

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