Lead Astray Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Lead astray Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		54 38.525 N,1 1.032 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 54.642083
  • Longitude: -1.017200
Water Depth 23 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name LEAD ASTRAY
Type yacht
Flag GB
Length 13.7 m
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 3, 1978
Original Detection Year 1978
Last Detection Year 2016
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Last Amended Date May 23, 2017

Simplified Wreck Survey

The wreck of the vessel LEAD ASTRAY is located at coordinates 54 38.525 N, 1 1.032 W off the coast of North East England near the River Tees. Historical records indicate the vessel sank 4.18 miles from the South Gare Lighthouse. Despite multiple hydrographic survey attempts in 1989 and 2017, the wreck was not located at the reported position and is currently classified as a non-existent or dead obstruction. The site has been thoroughly investigated by multi-beam sonar surveys, confirming no structural remains or underwater obstructions are present at these coordinates.

Surveying Details

H5084/72 5.10.78 SINKING POSN 094.5DEG, 4.18 MILES FROM S GARE LT. (MRSC TEES). NCA. H6331/87 17.1.89 NOT FOUND. (LAND & MARINE, HI 414B). AMEND DEAD. NCA. SEP 2017/000002822 23.5.17 NOT LOCATED IN M/B SURVEY 2016. (MMT, HI 1491). RETAIN DEAD.

Circumstances of loss

CAUGHT FIRE AND SANK. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the LEAD ASTRAY wreck located?

The LEAD ASTRAY wreck is located at coordinates 54 38.525 N,1 1.032 W.

How deep is the seabed around the LEAD ASTRAY?

The seabed around the LEAD ASTRAY lies at approximately 23 meters deep.

When did the LEAD ASTRAY sink?

The LEAD ASTRAY sank on Sep 3, 1978.

When was the wreck of the LEAD ASTRAY discovered?

The wreck of the LEAD ASTRAY was discovered in 1978.

What country did the LEAD ASTRAY belong to?

The LEAD ASTRAY belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the LEAD ASTRAY?

The LEAD ASTRAY is classified as a yacht.

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