Sauveterre Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Sauveterre Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
50 1.72 N,7 28.8 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.028667
  • Longitude: -7.480000
Wreck Depth 100 m
Water Depth 115 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SAUVETERRE
Type fishing vessel
Flag FR
Length 22.8 m
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 4, 2005
Original Detection Year 2005
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Surveying Details HH220/470/05 6.7.05 HH220/470/05 6.7.05 SANK IN 5001.72N, 0728.8W [WGD]. (MRSC FALMOUTH, FAX DTD 4.7.05). INS AS WK USC 100MTRS. - NM 3681/05.
Last Amended Date Jul 6, 2005

Circumstances of loss

STARTED MAKING WATER AND TWO PUMPS PLACED ON VESSEL. WHILE UNDERWAY AT 12 KNOTS DEVELOPED A DANGEROUS LIST AND SANK. CREW RECOVERED BY LIFEBOAT.

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 50 1.72 N,7 28.8 W
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FAQ

Where is the SAUVETERRE wreck located?

The SAUVETERRE wreck is located at coordinates 50 1.72 N,7 28.8 W.

How deep is the SAUVETERRE and where exactly is it located?

The SAUVETERRE lies at a depth of about 100 meters and is located at coordinates 50 1.72 N,7 28.8 W.

How deep is the seabed around the SAUVETERRE?

The seabed around the SAUVETERRE lies at approximately 115 meters deep.

When did the SAUVETERRE sink?

The SAUVETERRE sank on Jul 4, 2005.

When was the wreck of the SAUVETERRE discovered?

The wreck of the SAUVETERRE was discovered in 2005.

What country did the SAUVETERRE belong to?

The SAUVETERRE belonged to FR.

What type of wreck is the SAUVETERRE?

The SAUVETERRE is classified as a fishing vessel.