Ub 12 (Possibly) Wreck
| Field |
Value |
| Obstruction Category |
foul ground |
Ub 12 (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
|
51 20.101 N,1 29.976 E |
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
|
- Latitude: 51.335017
- Longitude: 1.499600
|
| Wreck Depth |
6.14 m
|
| Water Depth |
6 m
|
| Water Level Effect |
always under water/submerged |
| Vertical Datum |
Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide |
| Name |
UB 12 (POSSIBLY) |
|
Type
|
submarine
|
| Flag |
DE |
| Length |
28 m |
| Width |
3 m |
| Shadow Height |
0.57 |
| Orientation |
170 |
| Tonnage |
142 |
| Tonnage Type |
displacement |
| Conspic Visual |
not visually conspicuous |
| Conspic Radar |
not radar conspicuous |
| Bottom Texture |
Sand |
| Original Detection Year |
1976 |
| Last Detection Year |
2019 |
| Original Source |
other |
| Last Amended Date |
Jun 27, 2019 |
Simplified Wreck Survey
Underwater wreck site UB 12 (possibly) is located off the coast of Kent, England, in the North Sea at coordinates 51 20.101 N, 1 29.976 E. This underwater obstruction, identified as a small man-made feature or potential wreck remains, was surveyed in February 2019. The site features a small structure measuring 3.24 meters in length, 2.11 meters in width, and 0.57 meters in height. The latest hydrographic survey confirms a least depth of 6.14 meters over the obstruction, which sits within a general surrounding water depth of 6.47 meters at an orientation of 170 degrees. Historical survey data indicates this site previously exhibited significant magnetic deflection, suggesting the presence of metallic or ferrous material. While earlier searches in the late 1970s failed to locate the object, modern multibeam sonar surveys have confirmed the obstruction as a foul on the seabed.
Surveying Details
H1309/75/444 25.3.76 SANK IN 512000N, 013000E APPROX. (R A LEE, 28.1.76). H2538/79 5.4.79 NOT FOUND DURING EXTENSIVE SEARCH. DOUBT IF IT EXISTS. (HMS EGERIA, HI 63/78). H2331/85 10.7.86 SMALL OBJECT LOCATED PROTRUDING FROM EDGE OF SANDBANK IN 512004N, 013005E [OGB], USING TRISPONDER. IN GEN DEPTH 5.5-9.5MTRS. NO SCOUR. GAVE LARGE MAGNETIC DEFLECTION. POOR SONAR CONTACT. RECOMMEND CHART AS FOUL. (NP 1016, HI 298). BR STD. HH090/647/01 28.10.94 EXAM'D IN 512003.7N, 013005.0E [OGB] USING TRISPONDER [3 LOP]. LEAST E/S DEPTH 7.6 IN GEN DEPTH 6.6-7MTRS. SCOUR DEPTH 7.7MTRS. NO DCS3 SHADOW. ISOLATED CONTACT SITTING IN ITS OWN SCOUR. STRONG MAGNETOMETER DEFLECTION. (NP 1016, HI 647). NCA. 19.10.05 [EUT] POSN: 5120.100N, 0129.979E. NE 1827. SEP 2019/000022679 27.6.19 EXAM'D 23.2.19; IN 5120.101N, 0129.976E [WGD]. LEAST M/B DEPTH 6.14MTRS IN GEN DEPTH 6.47MTRS, LENGTH 3.24MTRS, WIDTH 2.11MTRS, HT 0.57MTRS, ORIENTATION 170 DEGS. SMALL STRUCTURE/MAN-MADE FEATURE, COULD BE REMAINS OF A WRECK. (CLINTON MARINE SURVEY AB, HI1585). AMEND FOUL 6.1MTRS IN REVISED POSN.
Circumstances of loss
SANK DURING MINELAYING OPERATION, THOUGHT TO HAVE BEEN SUNK BY ONE OF ITS OWN MINES.
WRECK MAP LOADING ...
51 20.101 N,1 29.976 E
Ub 12 (Possibly) on Wreck Map
Ub 12 (Possibly) Wreck on Google Map
FAQ
Where is the UB 12 (POSSIBLY) wreck located?
The UB 12 (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 51 20.101 N,1 29.976 E.
How deep is the UB 12 (POSSIBLY) and where exactly is it located?
The UB 12 (POSSIBLY) lies at a depth of about 6.14 meters and is located at coordinates 51 20.101 N,1 29.976 E.
How deep is the seabed around the UB 12 (POSSIBLY)?
The seabed around the UB 12 (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 6 meters deep.
When was the wreck of the UB 12 (POSSIBLY) discovered?
The wreck of the UB 12 (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1976.
What country did the UB 12 (POSSIBLY) belong to?
The UB 12 (POSSIBLY) belonged to DE.
What was the tonnage of the UB 12 (POSSIBLY)?
The UB 12 (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 142 tons.
What type of wreck is the UB 12 (POSSIBLY)?
The UB 12 (POSSIBLY) is classified as a submarine.
General Comments
LIES IN OWN SCOUR