Zephir (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Zephir (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 8.603 N,3 55.652 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.143383
  • Longitude: -3.927533
Wreck Depth 50 m
Water Depth 57 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ZEPHIR (POSSIBLY)
Type fishing vessel
Flag BE
Tonnage 138
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 10, 1963
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1963
Last Detection Year 2005
Original Source national HO authority radio navigational warning
Last Amended Date Apr 14, 2005

Surveying Details

H4497/63 4.12.63 H4497/63 4.12.63 SANK IN 500800N, 035400W. (NITON RADIO, 10.11.63). CHART AS NDW. R/S. H3110/72 4.1.73 H3110/72 4.1.73 WK IN 500813N, 035530W [OGB] USING HIFIX [2 LOP]. GOOD SONAR CONTACT FROM N. LEAST E/S DEPTH 54 IN GEN DEPTH 60MTRS. NO SCOUR. (HMS HECATE, 1972). CHART AS WK 54MTRS [29FMS] IN REVISED POSN. BR STD. [PROBABLY 'ZEPHIR']. H2063/82 30.3.83 H2063/82 30.3.83 LOCATED IN 500811.5N, 035529W [OGB] USING DECCA. LEAST E/S DEPTH 47.5MTRS. (HMS BULLDOG, HI 134). AMEND TO WK 48MTRS. BR STD. H1270/79 31.7.85 H1270/79 31.7.85 WK IN 500834N, 035535W [OGB] USING DECCA. (J BOWEN, TELECON, 31.7.85). CHART AS USC 50MTRS IN REVISED POSN. 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

SPRANG A LEAK IN ROUGH SEAS AND QUICKLY SANK. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the ZEPHIR (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The ZEPHIR (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 50 8.603 N,3 55.652 W.

How deep is the ZEPHIR (POSSIBLY) and where exactly is it located?

The ZEPHIR (POSSIBLY) lies at a depth of about 50 meters and is located at coordinates 50 8.603 N,3 55.652 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ZEPHIR (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the ZEPHIR (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 57 meters deep.

When did the ZEPHIR (POSSIBLY) sink?

The ZEPHIR (POSSIBLY) sank on Nov 10, 1963.

When was the wreck of the ZEPHIR (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the ZEPHIR (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1963.

What country did the ZEPHIR (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The ZEPHIR (POSSIBLY) belonged to BE.

What was the tonnage of the ZEPHIR (POSSIBLY)?

The ZEPHIR (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 138 tons.

What type of wreck is the ZEPHIR (POSSIBLY)?

The ZEPHIR (POSSIBLY) is classified as a fishing vessel.

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