Thalia Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Thalia Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		56 28.053 N,5 31.11 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 56.467550
  • Longitude: -5.518500
Wreck Depth 45 m
Water Depth 46 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name THALIA
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 112.8 m
Width 15.9 m
Draught 7.8
Sonar Length 29.56
Sonar Width 11.2
Shadow Height 4
Orientation 15
Tonnage 4399
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 8, 1941
Bottom Texture Mud
Scour Dimensions ,,002.0,000
Original Detection Year 2006
Last Detection Year 2012
Original Source diver
Surveying Details HH100/351/22 20.2.06 WK OF 'THALIA' LOCATED IN 5628.053N, 0531.111W [WGD]. LEAST E/S DEPTH 50 IN GEN DEPTH 52MTRS. STANDS 2MTRS HIGH. NO SCOUR. INTACT AND UPRIGHT ON MUD SLOPE WITH PORT SIDE PARTIALLY BURIED. HEAVILY NETTED OVER STERN SECTION. (S BROWN & G MAIR). GEN DEPTH 50MTRS. INS AS NDW. BR STD. 24.9.13 EXAM'D 16.11.12 IN 5628.053N, 0531.110W [WGD]. LEAST M/B DEPTH 44.73 IN GEN DEPTH 46.8MTRS. SCOUR 2MTRS DEEP AT N END. LENGTH 29.6MTRS, WIDTH 11.2MTRS, HT 4.0MTRS. LIES 015/195 DEGS WITH BOWS NNE. INTACT, UPRIGHT, BOW SUNK INTO MUD SEABED WITH STERN INCLINED UPWARDS AT APPROX 43 DEGS. (INIS HYDRO, HI 1354). AMEND WK 44MTRS. 10.4.14 LEAST DEPTH 45.21MTRS. (HI 1354, SDC EXAMINATION). AMEND WK 45MTRS.
Last Amended Date Apr 10, 2014

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1929 BY J READHEAD & SONS LTD, SOUTH SHIELDS. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY COURY & STRICK (STEAMERS) LTD. TWO BOILERS, TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 341 NHP. SINGLE SHAFT. PASSAGE PEPEL FOR THE TEES. STRANDED AND LOST. (SIBI).

General Comments

UPRIGHT ON SLOPE, BOWS N & BURIED IN MUD

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 56 28.053 N,5 31.11 W
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FAQ

Where is the THALIA wreck located?

The THALIA wreck is located at coordinates 56 28.053 N,5 31.11 W.

How deep is the THALIA and where exactly is it located?

The THALIA lies at a depth of about 45 meters and is located at coordinates 56 28.053 N,5 31.11 W.

How deep is the seabed around the THALIA?

The seabed around the THALIA lies at approximately 46 meters deep.

When did the THALIA sink?

The THALIA sank on Feb 8, 1941.

When was the wreck of the THALIA discovered?

The wreck of the THALIA was discovered in 2006.

What country did the THALIA belong to?

The THALIA belonged to GB.

What cargo was the THALIA carrying?

The THALIA was carrying general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the THALIA?

The THALIA had a tonnage of 4399 tons.

What type of wreck is the THALIA?

The THALIA is classified as a steam ship.

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