Active Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Active Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		52 51.026 N,2 16.886 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 52.850433
  • Longitude: 2.281433
Water Depth 45 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ACTIVE
Type sailing vessel
Flag GB
Tonnage 57
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 6, 1918
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1918
Last Detection Year 1994
Original Source other
Surveying Details SINKING POSN GIVEN AS HAPPISBURGH, 5M OFF SMITHS KNOLL SPAR BUOY, N BY 0.5 E. (SIBI). POSN 525100N, 021700E FOR FILING ONLY. HH090/616/01 21.11.94 HH090/616/01 21.11.94 NOT LOCATED. (GARDLINE, HI 616). AMENDED TO DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Apr 12, 2010

Circumstances of loss

BUILT OF WOOD. PASSAGE FOR FISHING GROUNDS AND RETURN. CAPTURED BY U-BOAT. CREW FORCED TO ABANDON SHIP AND SUNK BY GUNFIRE. (WW1SL, SIBI).

General Comments

SEE WK [11121]

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FAQ

Where is the ACTIVE wreck located?

The ACTIVE wreck is located at coordinates 52 51.026 N,2 16.886 E.

How deep is the seabed around the ACTIVE?

The seabed around the ACTIVE lies at approximately 45 meters deep.

When did the ACTIVE sink?

The ACTIVE sank on Jun 6, 1918.

When was the wreck of the ACTIVE discovered?

The wreck of the ACTIVE was discovered in 1918.

What country did the ACTIVE belong to?

The ACTIVE belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the ACTIVE?

The ACTIVE had a tonnage of 57 tons.

What type of wreck is the ACTIVE?

The ACTIVE is classified as a sailing vessel.

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