Reliance (Probably) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Reliance (probably) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
50 31.243 N,2 26.529 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.520717
  • Longitude: -2.442150
Water Depth 2 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name RELIANCE (PROBABLY)
Type sailing vessel
Flag GB
Length 21.9 m
Width 4.6 m
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 3, 1949
Bottom Texture Rock
Original Detection Year 1949
Last Detection Year 2009
Original Source other
Surveying Details H5149/55 16.9.70 ST IN 503112.5N, 022627W. (AUTHORITY UNKNOWN). NC 2255. HH3848/86/2 27.11.91 THIS IS PROBABLY THE WRECK OF THE KETCH RELIANCE - PHOTOGRAPH ENCLOSED. NOT FOUND IN CHARTED POSN. (HMSML GLEANER, HI 367). AMENDED TO DEAD. BR STD. HH091/154/01 29.12.09 NOT LOCATED BY M/B. (FUGRO OSAE, HI 1154). POSN IS AT BASE OF CLIFFS. NCA.
Last Amended Date Nov 25, 1999

Circumstances of loss

RAN ASHORE AND LODGED IN CAVE ON THE EAST SIDE OF PORTLAND BILL. (DORSET SHIPWRECKS).

General Comments

WOODEN HULL

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 50 31.243 N,2 26.529 W
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FAQ

Where is the RELIANCE (PROBABLY) wreck located?

The RELIANCE (PROBABLY) wreck is located at coordinates 50 31.243 N,2 26.529 W.

How deep is the seabed around the RELIANCE (PROBABLY)?

The seabed around the RELIANCE (PROBABLY) lies at approximately 2 meters deep.

When did the RELIANCE (PROBABLY) sink?

The RELIANCE (PROBABLY) sank on Jun 3, 1949.

When was the wreck of the RELIANCE (PROBABLY) discovered?

The wreck of the RELIANCE (PROBABLY) was discovered in 1949.

What country did the RELIANCE (PROBABLY) belong to?

The RELIANCE (PROBABLY) belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the RELIANCE (PROBABLY)?

The RELIANCE (PROBABLY) is classified as a sailing vessel.