Sang Thai 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
|
Sang thai Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
|
9 41.82 N,99 58.71 E |
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
|
- Latitude: 9.697000
- Longitude: 99.978500
|
| Water Depth |
7 m
|
| Water Level Effect |
covers and uncovers |
| Vertical Datum |
Lowest Low Water |
| Name |
SANG THAI |
|
Type
|
motor vessel
|
| Flag |
TH |
| Tonnage |
499 |
| Tonnage Type |
gross |
| Cargo |
timber
|
| Conspic Visual |
not visually conspicuous |
| Conspic Radar |
not radar conspicuous |
| Date Sunk |
Dec 4, 1972
|
| Original Detection Year |
1972 |
| Last Detection Year |
2018 |
| Original Source |
national HO/authority notice to mariners |
| Last Amended Date |
May 10, 2019 |
Simplified Wreck Survey
Underwater wreck details for SANG THAI located in the Gulf of Thailand near the coast of Surat Thani. The wreck is recorded at coordinates 9 41.82 N, 99 58.71 E. Historical survey data from the UK Hydrographic Office describes the obstruction as a vessel that remains partially submerged. Navigation charts historically identified the site as a stranded wreck or submerged obstruction. While various naval reports over the decades have provided conflicting status updates regarding its visibility on official Thai maritime charts, the obstruction is characterized as an underwater wreck with parts that remain submerged. Mariners should treat the area with caution as the wreck may not be fully visible. The structural status of the SANG THAI is listed as a submerged wreck in the vicinity of these coordinates.
Surveying Details
H3214/71 10.5.73 REPORTED BY THAI NAVAL VESSEL IN 094142N, 995854E. ALWAYS SUBMERGED IN PARTS. (THAI NM 306/2515). PRESUMED TO INDICATE THAT WK PARTIALLY SHOWS. CHART AS ST PA. BR STD. H3214/71 6.6.73 STRANDED IN 094142N, 995854E APPROX. (THAI NM 306/2515). - NM 1197/73. 27.7.81 SHOWN AS ST ON THAI 204 [1980 EDN]. AMEND TO ST. BR STD. 26.10.93 NOT SHOWN ON THAI 204 [1993 EDN]. DELETE. BR STD. 20.7.94 NOT SHOWN ON THAI 243 [1991 EDN] BUT STILL APPEARS IN THAI TEMP NMS [JAN 1994]. CHART AS ST PA. BR STD. HH515/400/04 10.3.00 WK, ALWAYS SUBMERGED IN PARTS, IN 0941.7N, 9958.9E APPROX. (THAI NM 306/2525(T) DTD JAN 1999). [THAI ORIGINAL REF: TELEGRAM FROM HTMS PANGAN DTD 11.12.72]. CHART AS ST PA. NE 3963.
Circumstances of loss
CAPSIZED AND SANK DURING A TYPHOON SOUTH OF PANGAN ISLAND. BEING BROKEN UP FOR SCRAP. CARGO PARTLY SALVAGED. (LLOYDS VOL.212)
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9 41.82 N,99 58.71 E
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FAQ
Where is the SANG THAI wreck located?
The SANG THAI wreck is located at coordinates 9 41.82 N,99 58.71 E.
How deep is the seabed around the SANG THAI?
The seabed around the SANG THAI lies at approximately 7 meters deep.
When did the SANG THAI sink?
The SANG THAI sank on Dec 4, 1972.
When was the wreck of the SANG THAI discovered?
The wreck of the SANG THAI was discovered in 1972.
What country did the SANG THAI belong to?
The SANG THAI belonged to TH.
What cargo was the SANG THAI carrying?
The SANG THAI was carrying timber.
What was the tonnage of the SANG THAI?
The SANG THAI had a tonnage of 499 tons.
What type of wreck is the SANG THAI?
The SANG THAI is classified as a motor vessel.