A cartographic representation detailing the locations of maritime disasters along a specific coastal region. These charts typically indicate the positions of vessels that have sunk or been wrecked, providing valuable information about the history and hazards of navigation in the area. An example would be a nautical chart indicating the documented resting places of vessels lost off the coast of North Carolina.
The compilation and maintenance of these records serves several purposes, including assisting recreational divers, aiding maritime historians, and informing coastal management strategies. Understanding the distribution of underwater cultural heritage sites contributes to the preservation of these resources and can provide insight into past maritime activity, trade routes, and the environmental factors that contributed to these losses. The information can also be utilized to minimize potential environmental impact from ongoing maritime activities.
