Silver Arrow Wreck
| Field |
Value |
| Obstruction Category |
foul ground |
| Status |
Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
|
Silver arrow Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
|
17 17.14 N,62 43.06 W |
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
|
- Latitude: 17.285667
- Longitude: -62.717667
|
| Water Depth |
12 m
|
| Water Level Effect |
always under water/submerged |
| Vertical Datum |
Lowest Astronomical Tide |
| Name |
SILVER ARROW |
|
Type
|
launch
|
| Length |
34.1 m |
| Width |
5.2 m |
| Draught |
2.1 |
| Tonnage |
132 |
| Tonnage Type |
gross |
| Conspic Visual |
not visually conspicuous |
| Conspic Radar |
not radar conspicuous |
| Date Sunk |
Sep 8, 1959
|
| Original Detection Year |
1959 |
| Last Detection Year |
2000 |
| Original Source |
naval vessel |
| Last Amended Date |
Mar 8, 2000 |
Simplified Wreck Survey
The wreck of the Silver Arrow is located at coordinates 17 17.14 N, 62 43.06 W off the coast of St. Kitts and Nevis in the Caribbean Sea. Historical survey data from the UK Hydrographic Office confirms that although the site was originally investigated following reports of an underwater obstruction, subsequent thorough sounding surveys and diver inspections conducted by HMS Londonderry and HMS Bulldog found no physical trace of the vessel. It is concluded that the wooden launch has completely broken up and disintegrated over time. The status of the Silver Arrow wreck is officially recorded as dead, meaning no wreckage remains at the site for navigational hazard purposes.
Surveying Details
HH5508/59 25.11.59 HH5508/59 25.11.59 DW LIES 144DEGS, 6.0C FROM LT ON TREASURY PIER, OR IN 171730N, 624230W. (HMS VIDAL). - NM 2798/59. HH5047/60 7.3.61 HH5047/60 7.3.61 WK 1FM 3FT SHOWN IN 171730N, 624230W ON SURVEY [K2742/1]. NE 487. HH1854/61 18.8.61 HH1854/61 18.8.61 & HH5508/59 [61?] 11.9.61 POSN EXAMINED BY DIVERS. NOTHING FOUND. (HMS LONDONDERRY). AMEND TO FOUL. - NM 1906/61. HH3556/74 11.5.76 HH3556/74 11.5.76 THOROUGH INVESTIGATION CARRIED OUT BY CLOSE SOUNDING. NO TRACE FOUND, SO IT IS CONSIDERED THAT THE WOODEN LAUNCH HAS NOW COMPLETELY BROKEN UP. (HMS BULLDOG, HI 9/75,76). NCA. 7.10.83 7.10.83 NAS POSN: 171706N, 624306W. NC 487. 8.3.00 8.3.00 RECORD REVIEWED. AMENDED TO DEAD. BR STD.
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17 17.14 N,62 43.06 W
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FAQ
Where is the SILVER ARROW wreck located?
The SILVER ARROW wreck is located at coordinates 17 17.14 N,62 43.06 W.
How deep is the seabed around the SILVER ARROW?
The seabed around the SILVER ARROW lies at approximately 12 meters deep.
When did the SILVER ARROW sink?
The SILVER ARROW sank on Sep 8, 1959.
When was the wreck of the SILVER ARROW discovered?
The wreck of the SILVER ARROW was discovered in 1959.
What was the tonnage of the SILVER ARROW?
The SILVER ARROW had a tonnage of 132 tons.
What type of wreck is the SILVER ARROW?
The SILVER ARROW is classified as a launch.