Other Wreck 16229

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
51 21.721 N,0 46.653 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.362017
  • Longitude: 0.777550
Water Depth -4 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Orientation 45
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Bottom Texture Mud
Original Detection Year 1972
Original Source aerial photography or satellite imagery
Last Amended Date Apr 6, 2010

Simplified Wreck Survey

Underwater wreck located at coordinates 51 21.721 N, 0 46.653 E in the Thames Estuary. This underwater obstruction was originally identified via HMS Hecate air photography and confirmed in official hydrographic surveys. The wreck site, historically cataloged under survey reference H3874/71, remains a charted feature in the region. Mariners and researchers should note the established position of 51 21.721 N, 0 46.653 E when navigating these coastal waters.

Surveying Details

H3874/71 26.6.72 STF SHOWN IN 512141.5N, 004645.5E [OGB] ON HMS HECATE AIRPHOTO DTD 9.12.72. NC 2572. 13.10.05 EUT POSN: 5121.721N, 0046.653E. NE 2572.

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