Reward Wreck
| Field |
Value |
| Wreck Category |
dangerous wreck |
| Status |
Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
|
Reward Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
|
22 31.2 N,120 18.167 E |
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
|
- Latitude: 22.520000
- Longitude: 120.302783
|
| Wreck Depth |
5 m
|
| Water Depth |
17 m
|
| Water Level Effect |
always under water/submerged |
| Vertical Datum |
Lowest Low Water |
| Name |
REWARD |
|
Type
|
steam ship
|
| Flag |
PA |
| Length |
108.8 m |
| Width |
15.2 m |
| Draught |
6.7 |
| Tonnage |
3716 |
| Tonnage Type |
gross |
| Cargo |
timber
|
| Conspic Visual |
not visually conspicuous |
| Conspic Radar |
not radar conspicuous |
| Date Sunk |
Sep 9, 1970
|
| Original Detection Year |
1970 |
| Last Detection Year |
2017 |
| Original Source |
Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports |
| Last Amended Date |
Feb 10, 2019 |
Simplified Wreck Survey
Underwater wreck details for the vessel REWARD located near the coast of Kaohsiung, Taiwan. The wreck lies at coordinates 22 31.2 N, 120 18.167 E. Historical survey data indicates the vessel sank in the vicinity of the second entrance at a depth of 20 to 25 meters. Subsequent hydrographic surveys confirmed the wreck position at 22 31.11 N, 120 18.13 E with a least depth of 5 meters. The site has been historically marked by navigation buoys, including a green light buoy positioned to the northwest and a red buoy to the southeast. The wreck is charted as a submerged obstruction and remains a known hazard to navigation in the area. Official records from the UK Hydrographic Office and Taiwan authorities track the sinking history and depth status of the REWARD, identifying it as a verified underwater obstruction.
Surveying Details
17.9.70 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 223100N, 1201730E. (LLOYDS VOL.201). NCA. 25.9.70 POSN OF SINKING PROBABLY FURTHER INSHORE, VICINITY 2ND ENTRANCE IN 20-25MTRS. (LLOYDS VOL.201). NCA. H1868/59 24.11.70 FIXED, BY TAIWAN HO, IN 223111N, 1201813E. LEAST DEPTH 5MTRS. MARKED BY G LT BUOY, F.G 15MTRS NW & R BUOY 15MTRS SE. (TAIWAN HO 341). NCA. H1868/59 1.4.71 BUOYS REPORTED MISSING. (CNHO NM 59/70). INS WK 2FMS 4FT IN 223111N, 1201813E, MARKED BY G LT BUOY, F.G CLOSE NW. - NM 479/71. 7.4.78 SHOWN AS ST ON CHINESE 340 [1974 EDN]. NCA. 27.7.79 SHOWN AS WK 5MTRS IN 223112N, 1201810E ON TAIWAN 0341. NC 1968.
Circumstances of loss
BUILT 1950 BY URAGA DOCK CO., YOKOSUKA. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY REWARD NAV. CO. S.A. PASSAGE DINGALAN BAY, PHILIPPINES FOR KAO-HSIUNG. CAPSIZED & SANK ABOUT 10M S OF KAO-HSIUNG AFTER CARGO SHIFTED IN HEAVY WEATHER. ALL 31 CREW SURVIVED. (MSD)
WRECK MAP LOADING ...
22 31.2 N,120 18.167 E
Reward on Wreck Map
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FAQ
Where is the REWARD wreck located?
The REWARD wreck is located at coordinates 22 31.2 N,120 18.167 E.
How deep is the REWARD and where exactly is it located?
The REWARD lies at a depth of about 5 meters and is located at coordinates 22 31.2 N,120 18.167 E.
How deep is the seabed around the REWARD?
The seabed around the REWARD lies at approximately 17 meters deep.
When did the REWARD sink?
The REWARD sank on Sep 9, 1970.
When was the wreck of the REWARD discovered?
The wreck of the REWARD was discovered in 1970.
What country did the REWARD belong to?
The REWARD belonged to PA.
What cargo was the REWARD carrying?
The REWARD was carrying timber.
What was the tonnage of the REWARD?
The REWARD had a tonnage of 3716 tons.
What type of wreck is the REWARD?
The REWARD is classified as a steam ship.