Vanessa (Probably) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Vanessa (probably) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 44.565 N,1 4.882 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.742750
  • Longitude: -1.081367
Wreck Depth 27.5 m
Water Depth 29 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name VANESSA (PROBABLY)
Type cabin cruiser
Flag GB
Length 5.5 m
Shadow Height 0.9
Orientation 40
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 16, 1981
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1981
Last Detection Year 2013
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Surveying Details H1270/79 24.4.81 H1270/79 24.4.81 REPD SUNK 210DEGS, 0.5M FROM HORSE SAND FORT. (SOLENT CG, SIG DTD 16.4.81). NCA YET. H2071/82 14.3.86 H2071/82 14.3.86 EXAM'D 24.9.85 IN 504432N, 010448W [OGB] USING TRISPONDER [3 LOP]. LEAST E/S DEPTH 27.2 IN GEN DEPTH 29MTRS. SCOUR 1MTR DEEP. DCS3 HT 1.9MTRS. (HMSML GLEANER, HI 142). CHART AS WK 27.0MTRS. BR STD. H3847/86 2.1.90 H3847/86 2.1.90 EXAM'D 25.10.89 IN 504432.5N, 010448.2W [OGB] USING TRISPONDER [4 LOP]. LEAST E/S DEPTH 27.5 IN GEN DEPTH 29MTRS. (HMSML GLEANER, HI 366). BR STD. 9.1.13 SEP 2013/000004405 9.1.13 LOCATED IN 5044.564N, 0104.880W [WGD]. LEAST M/B DEPTH 28.16MTRS. (APB SOUTHAMPTON, SOLENT SURVEY DTD 5.2012). AMEND WK 28MTRS IN REVISED POSN. 18.10.13 18.10.13 EXAM'D 30.6.13 IN 5044.565N, 0104.882W [WGD]. LEAST M/B DEPTH 27.9 IN GEN DEPTH 29MTRS. NO SCOUR. LENGTH 4.3MTRS, WIDTH 1.5MTRS, HT 0.9MTR. LIES 040/220 DEGS. NO MAGNETIC ANOMALY. UPRIGHT AND INTACT. (NETSURVEY, HI 1437). AMEND WK 27.5MTRS.
Last Amended Date Oct 18, 2013

Circumstances of loss

SANK, CAUSE NOT REPORTED.

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FAQ

Where is the VANESSA (PROBABLY) wreck located?

The VANESSA (PROBABLY) wreck is located at coordinates 50 44.565 N,1 4.882 W.

How deep is the VANESSA (PROBABLY) and where exactly is it located?

The VANESSA (PROBABLY) lies at a depth of about 27.5 meters and is located at coordinates 50 44.565 N,1 4.882 W.

How deep is the seabed around the VANESSA (PROBABLY)?

The seabed around the VANESSA (PROBABLY) lies at approximately 29 meters deep.

When did the VANESSA (PROBABLY) sink?

The VANESSA (PROBABLY) sank on Apr 16, 1981.

When was the wreck of the VANESSA (PROBABLY) discovered?

The wreck of the VANESSA (PROBABLY) was discovered in 1981.

What country did the VANESSA (PROBABLY) belong to?

The VANESSA (PROBABLY) belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the VANESSA (PROBABLY)?

The VANESSA (PROBABLY) is classified as a cabin cruiser.

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