Annie (Uk 207) (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Annie (uk 207) (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		53 1.65 N,3 4.02 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.027500
  • Longitude: 3.067000
Water Depth 33 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ANNIE (UK 207) (POSSIBLY)
Type fishing vessel
Flag NL
Length 23.8 m
Width 5.5 m
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 9, 1983
Original Detection Year 1983
Last Detection Year 2014
Original Source national HO authority radio navigational warning
Last Amended Date Jan 6, 2015

Simplified Wreck Survey

Shipwreck Survey Details for the vessel ANNIE UK 207 possibly located at coordinates 53 1.65 N, 3 4.02 E in the North Sea. Historical survey records from the UK Hydrographic Office dating from September 1983 indicate initial flare sightings and reports of the vessel sinking before sonar searches were conducted. A subsequent hydrographic survey in January 2014 using multibeam sonar failed to locate the wreck, leading to the position being amended as dead.

Surveying Details

H3450/80 23.9.83 FLARES SIGHTED IN APPROX 524009N, 025400E. (HYDRNLNAVY 11.8.83). NAVAREA I 272/83 ISSUED. POSN DOUBTFUL. H3450/80 23.9.83 VESSEL'S OWNER REPORTS SINKING POSN AS PA 525941N, 025846E. (HYDRNLNAVY 17.8.83). NAVAREA I 272 CANCELLED. NCA. H3450/80 23.9.83 DURING SEARCH FOR FV ANNIE, SONAR CONTACTS OBTAINED IN 525942N, 025206E (WHICH SEE) & 530142N, 030406E ONLY. (HYDRNLNAVY TELECON VERSTEEG/PUGH 13.9.83). NCA. H3450/80 21.12.83 FURTHER SURVEY TO LOCATE THIS WK TO BE CONDUCTED AROUND 530100N, 024500E ON 5 OR 6.12.83. (HYDRNLNAVY TELEX, 2.12.83). NCA. SEP 2014/000268002 6.1.15 NOT LOCATED 2014 USING M/B. (GARDLINE GEOSURVEY, HI 1452). AMEND DEAD. NCA.

Circumstances of loss

GROUNDED WHILE FISHING, IMMEDIATELY CAPSIZED AND SANK. TWO CREW RECOVERED FROM LIFERAFT ABOUT 80MILES E OF GREAT YARMOUTH AFTER DRIFTING FOR ABOUT 24HRS. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the ANNIE (UK 207) (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The ANNIE (UK 207) (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 53 1.65 N,3 4.02 E.

How deep is the seabed around the ANNIE (UK 207) (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the ANNIE (UK 207) (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 33 meters deep.

When did the ANNIE (UK 207) (POSSIBLY) sink?

The ANNIE (UK 207) (POSSIBLY) sank on Aug 9, 1983.

When was the wreck of the ANNIE (UK 207) (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the ANNIE (UK 207) (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1983.

What country did the ANNIE (UK 207) (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The ANNIE (UK 207) (POSSIBLY) belonged to NL.

What type of wreck is the ANNIE (UK 207) (POSSIBLY)?

The ANNIE (UK 207) (POSSIBLY) is classified as a fishing vessel.

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