Sunrise (Possibly) Wreck
| Field |
Value |
| Obstruction Category |
foul ground |
Sunrise (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
|
51 30.982 N,1 1.848 E |
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
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- Latitude: 51.516367
- Longitude: 1.030800
|
| Water Depth |
4 m
|
| Water Level Effect |
always under water/submerged |
| Vertical Datum |
Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide |
| Name |
SUNRISE (POSSIBLY) |
|
Type
|
sailing vessel
|
| Flag |
GB |
| Length |
25.5 m |
| Width |
6.6 m |
| Draught |
2.6 |
| Tonnage |
100 |
| Tonnage Type |
gross |
| Cargo |
clay products
|
| Conspic Visual |
not visually conspicuous |
| Conspic Radar |
not radar conspicuous |
| Date Sunk |
Mar 1, 1918
|
| Original Detection Year |
1918 |
| Last Detection Year |
1978 |
| Original Source |
other |
| Last Amended Date |
Nov 10, 1982 |
Simplified Wreck Survey
The underwater wreck known as SUNRISE is located at coordinates 51 30.982 N, 1 1.848 E near the Kent coast and the Thames Estuary. Historically documented as an obstruction, extensive hydrographic surveys including close echo-sounder searches have failed to locate a distinct wreck structure at this position. Following multiple attempts to clear or disperse the site, the obstruction is now officially charted as foul ground. Historical records indicate the area was previously surveyed for depths ranging from 30ft to 41ft at low water, but subsequent investigations confirmed the site consists of a rugged seabed rather than a defined vessel. Mariners should treat the area at 51 30.982 N, 1 1.848 E as foul ground due to the uneven nature of the seabed and the lack of a clearly identified wreck structure.
Surveying Details
H1283/18 FNM 178/18. H2730/18 FNM 352/18. H5179/19 17.7.19 WRECK DISPERSED TO DEPTH OF 38FT AT LWST. BUOY REMOVED. (TH). AMEND WK 33FT TO WK 38FT. - NM 1368/19. H6997/19 11.9.19 WRECK DISPERSED TO 41FT. (TH). H5491/25 18.8.25 AMEND TO WK 30FT. - NM 1284/25. H5491/25 14.9.25 AMEND TO WK 39FT. (TH 3779/25). H4090/30 7.7.30 SWEPT BY KELLETT MAY 1930 AND AS CHARTED. H4915/29 AMEND POSN TO 513057N, 010157E & DEPTH TO 34 FT. (HMS KELLET, HN 5/29). - NM 1279/29 H5491/25 18.9.25 DISPERSED AS NEARLY AS POSSIBLE LEVEL WITH THE GROUND. DEPTH OVER WRECK 38FT. DEPTH IN THE VICINITY VARIES FROM 38FT TO 42FT. (TH 14.9.25). H4915/29 27.7.29 LEAST DEPTH 34FT IN 513452N, 010405E. POSN BY HSA. (HMS KELLETT 25.7.29). AMEND TO FOUL IN REVISED POSN. BR STD. H6140/68 27.6.68 NOT FOUND AFTER CLOSE SOUNDING IN AREA OF 2CABLES RADIUS AROUND THE CHARTED POSITION WITH SOUNDING LINES 60YDS APART. THE TOP OF THE BANK HAS SEVERAL ROUGH PARTS TO IT. RECOMMEND THAT THE WRECK BE SHOWN AS FOUL. (HMS EGERIA, 28.3.68). H6140/68 22.1.79 NOT FOUND DURING CLOSE E/S SEARCH. RETAIN AS FOUL IN 513057N, 010157E. (PLA WK REPORT - MAPLIN 15/78).
Circumstances of loss
A KETCH BUILT OF WOOD IN 1899 BY F J CARVER & SON. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY GOERGE WATSON & GILL. PASSAGE GEORGE TOWN FOR GRAVESEND. CARGO CHINA CLAY. STRANDED.
WRECK MAP LOADING ...
51 30.982 N,1 1.848 E
Sunrise (Possibly) on Wreck Map
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FAQ
Where is the SUNRISE (POSSIBLY) wreck located?
The SUNRISE (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 51 30.982 N,1 1.848 E.
How deep is the seabed around the SUNRISE (POSSIBLY)?
The seabed around the SUNRISE (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 4 meters deep.
When did the SUNRISE (POSSIBLY) sink?
The SUNRISE (POSSIBLY) sank on Mar 1, 1918.
When was the wreck of the SUNRISE (POSSIBLY) discovered?
The wreck of the SUNRISE (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1918.
What country did the SUNRISE (POSSIBLY) belong to?
The SUNRISE (POSSIBLY) belonged to GB.
What cargo was the SUNRISE (POSSIBLY) carrying?
The SUNRISE (POSSIBLY) was carrying clay products.
What was the tonnage of the SUNRISE (POSSIBLY)?
The SUNRISE (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 100 tons.
What type of wreck is the SUNRISE (POSSIBLY)?
The SUNRISE (POSSIBLY) is classified as a sailing vessel.
General Comments
WOODEN HULL, DISPERSED