Foreland Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Foreland Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 57.03 N,1 41.143 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.950500
  • Longitude: 1.685717
Water Depth 26 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name FORELAND
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 81.4 m
Width 11.6 m
Draught 5.5
Tonnage 1960
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 12, 1917
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 1995
Original Source other
Surveying Details FOR DETAILS SEE 'HUGUENOT' IN POSN 515700N, 014115E. H4139/76 11.1.77 NOT FOUND DURING CLOSE AREA DCS3 SEARCH. (HMS BULLDOG & HMS BEAGLE, HI 31/76). HH090/667/01 20.12.95 NOT LOCATED BY DCS3 AND MAGNETOMETER. (OCEONICS, HI 667). AMENDED TO DEAD.
Last Amended Date Jul 18, 2016

Circumstances of loss

MINED.

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FAQ

Where is the FORELAND wreck located?

The FORELAND wreck is located at coordinates 51 57.03 N,1 41.143 E.

How deep is the seabed around the FORELAND?

The seabed around the FORELAND lies at approximately 26 meters deep.

When did the FORELAND sink?

The FORELAND sank on Feb 12, 1917.

When was the wreck of the FORELAND discovered?

The wreck of the FORELAND was discovered in 1917.

What country did the FORELAND belong to?

The FORELAND belonged to GB.

What cargo was the FORELAND carrying?

The FORELAND was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the FORELAND?

The FORELAND had a tonnage of 1960 tons.

What type of wreck is the FORELAND?

The FORELAND is classified as a steam ship.

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