High Seas Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
High seas Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 27.54 N,0 15.99 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.459000
  • Longitude: 0.266500
Water Depth 40 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HIGH SEAS
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Length 7.6 m
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 14, 2001
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 2001
Last Detection Year 2014
Original Source fishing vessel
Surveying Details HH226/420/07 24.8.01 LAST SEEN SEMI-SUBMERGED IN IMMEDIATE AREA OF COLLISION, 5027.54N, 0015.99E. (MRCC DOVER, TELEX DTD 14.8.01). PRESUMED SUNK BUT MAY HAVE DRIFTED. INFORMATION TOO VAGUE TO CHART. ALREADY WK SW 31MTRS CHARTED IN POSN ABOVE. NCA. 22.4.14 NOT LOCATED 2013 BY M/B & MAGNETOMETER. (GARDLINE GEOSURVEY, HI 1442). AMEND DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY PAUL BENISTON, CHATHAM. PRESUMED SUNK FOLLOWING COLLISION WITH FV RELENTLESS IN POOR VISIBILITY. 3 ADULTS AND 2 CHILDREN RESCUED. (MRCC DOVER).

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FAQ

Where is the HIGH SEAS wreck located?

The HIGH SEAS wreck is located at coordinates 50 27.54 N,0 15.99 E.

How deep is the seabed around the HIGH SEAS?

The seabed around the HIGH SEAS lies at approximately 40 meters deep.

When did the HIGH SEAS sink?

The HIGH SEAS sank on Aug 14, 2001.

When was the wreck of the HIGH SEAS discovered?

The wreck of the HIGH SEAS was discovered in 2001.

What country did the HIGH SEAS belong to?

The HIGH SEAS belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the HIGH SEAS?

The HIGH SEAS is classified as a fishing vessel.

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