Thetis Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Thetis Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 15.01 S,59 0.26 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -51.250167
  • Longitude: -59.004333
Water Depth 30 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name THETIS
Type sailing vessel
Tonnage 305
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1970
Last Detection Year 1985
Original Source other
Surveying Details 6.3.70 LOST OF N COAST OF FALKLANDS. NCA, POSN 511500S, 590000W FOR FILING ONLY. 12.11.91 LOST OFF N COAST OF EAST FALKLAND. (FALKLAND ISLAND SHORES, PUBLISHED 1985). NCA.
Last Amended Date Dec 1, 2003

Circumstances of loss

BUILT 1893 BY MCMILLAN & SONS. OWNED BY FALKLAND I CO. PASSAGE STANLEY FOR SALVADOR. LOST WITH ALL HANDS OFF N COAST OF FALKLANDS. (FALKLAND ISLAND SHORES, PUBLISHED 1985).

General Comments

STEEL HULL

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FAQ

Where is the THETIS wreck located?

The THETIS wreck is located at coordinates 51 15.01 S,59 0.26 W.

How deep is the seabed around the THETIS?

The seabed around the THETIS lies at approximately 30 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the THETIS discovered?

The wreck of the THETIS was discovered in 1970.

What cargo was the THETIS carrying?

The THETIS was carrying general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the THETIS?

The THETIS had a tonnage of 305 tons.

What type of wreck is the THETIS?

The THETIS is classified as a sailing vessel.

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