Vixen Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status lifted
Vixen Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		53 44.158 N,0 20.318 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.735967
  • Longitude: -0.338633
Water Depth 5 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name VIXEN
Type barge
Flag GB
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 17, 1954
Original Detection Year 1954
Last Detection Year 1954
Original Source national HO/authority notice to mariners
Last Amended Date Jun 9, 1999

Surveying Details

H1310/54 18.2.54 WK IN 534408.5N, 002013W [OGB], OR 134DEG, 270FT FROM ALBERT DOCK FS. TO BE SALVAGED. (HUMBER CONSERVANCY BOARD). NCA YET, AWAIT RESULT OF SALVAGE ATTEMPT. H1310/54 10.3.54 VESSEL LIFTED & PLACED ON SAMMY'S POINT. (HUMBER CON. BOARD). AMENDED TO LIFT H1310/54 29.8.55 THIS WRECK IS NO LONGER MENTIONED IN HUMBER CB QUARTERLY REPORTS & IS PRESUMABLY REMOVED.(WRECKS OFFICER). NF

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FAQ

Where is the VIXEN wreck located?

The VIXEN wreck is located at coordinates 53 44.158 N,0 20.318 W.

How deep is the seabed around the VIXEN?

The seabed around the VIXEN lies at approximately 5 meters deep.

When did the VIXEN sink?

The VIXEN sank on Feb 17, 1954.

When was the wreck of the VIXEN discovered?

The wreck of the VIXEN was discovered in 1954.

What country did the VIXEN belong to?

The VIXEN belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the VIXEN?

The VIXEN is classified as a barge.

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