Truida Wreck
| Field |
Value |
| Wreck Category |
dangerous wreck |
| Status |
Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
|
Truida Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
|
51 26.567 N,1 49.527 E |
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
|
- Latitude: 51.442783
- Longitude: 1.825450
|
| Water Depth |
10 m
|
| Water Level Effect |
always under water/submerged |
| Vertical Datum |
Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide |
| Name |
TRUIDA |
|
Type
|
motor vessel
|
| Flag |
NL |
| Tonnage |
176 |
| Tonnage Type |
gross |
| Cargo |
chemicals
|
| Conspic Visual |
not visually conspicuous |
| Conspic Radar |
not radar conspicuous |
| Date Sunk |
Jan 9, 1940
|
| Original Detection Year |
1940 |
| Last Detection Year |
1996 |
| Original Source |
survey vessel |
| Last Amended Date |
Jul 19, 2018 |
Simplified Wreck Survey
The wreck of the TRUIDA is located in the North Sea off the coast of Kent, United Kingdom, at coordinates 51 26.567 N, 1 49.527 E. Historical survey data from the UK Hydrographic Office tracks the investigation of this underwater obstruction since 1940. Initial reports categorized the site as a dangerous wreck, but subsequent maritime surveys conducted between 1946 and 2018 have failed to locate any structural remains such as steel plating or wreckage at the reported position. Advanced sonar, multibeam echosounder datasets, and magnetometer sweeps have confirmed that the site is now designated as dead or non-existent, likely having been dispersed by the dynamic seabed environment of the Falls Bank sand wave area. Modern hydrographic analysis concludes no further action is required as no physical obstruction exists at these coordinates.
Surveying Details
H0102/40 31.1.40 INS DWPA. (TH). - FNM 210/40. H0102/40 15.6.40 INS DWPA. - NM 1501/40. H5355/46 15.5.47 A/S CONTACT OBTAINED BUT THOUGHT TO BE BANK ECHOES. (HMS FRANKLIN, NOV 1946). AMEND TO NDW. - NM 1213/47. H4988/71 4.1.71 NOT LOCATED. FALLS WITHIN EASTERN SLOPE OF FALLS BANK SAND WAVE AREA. AREA ABOUT 7C BY 5C EXAMINED. (HMS FAWN, K6274/10). HH090/707/01 10.7.96 NOT LOCATED BY DCS3 AND MAGNETOMETER. (GARDLINE, HI 707). AMENDED TO DEAD. SEP 2018/000061842 19.7.18 NOT LOCATED IN M/B DATASET 2017-2018. (GARDLINE, HI 1519). NFA.
Circumstances of loss
STEEL HULL. OIL ENGINE. PASSAGE HOLLAND FOR ROCHESTER. MINED.
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51 26.567 N,1 49.527 E
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FAQ
Where is the TRUIDA wreck located?
The TRUIDA wreck is located at coordinates 51 26.567 N,1 49.527 E.
How deep is the seabed around the TRUIDA?
The seabed around the TRUIDA lies at approximately 10 meters deep.
When did the TRUIDA sink?
The TRUIDA sank on Jan 9, 1940.
When was the wreck of the TRUIDA discovered?
The wreck of the TRUIDA was discovered in 1940.
What country did the TRUIDA belong to?
The TRUIDA belonged to NL.
What cargo was the TRUIDA carrying?
The TRUIDA was carrying chemicals.
What was the tonnage of the TRUIDA?
The TRUIDA had a tonnage of 176 tons.
What type of wreck is the TRUIDA?
The TRUIDA is classified as a motor vessel.