Maritime record MWX2334 - Remains of Submerged defences
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Summary
Concrete anti - invasion defences found on sea bed
Map
Type and Period (2)
Full Description
Legend - Foul Ground Anti-invasion device.
15-MAR-1971 Charted pecked lines extending from 50 41 00N, 01 55 00W to 50 42 17N 01 44 42W indicate an anti-invasion device laid during WWII and consists of a line of 3000 pound concrete clumps of dimensions 2 feet 6 inches x 3 feet 6 inches backed by small anchors. The clumps stand 2 feet 6 inches proud of the sea bed.
28-OCT-1977 Not located. (1)
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SWX4837 Index: United Kingdom Hydrographic Office. 1992. Hydrographic Office wreck index.
Finds (0)
Related Monuments/Buildings (1)
Related Events/Activities (0)
Location
| Grid reference | SZ 05887 87143 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SZ08NE |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- Legacy UID: Dorset Sites and Monuments Record: 9 000 0907
- Legacy UID: National Monuments Record: SZ 08 NE 9
Record last edited
Mar 14 2011 11:31AM