Ericht Wreck

Field Value
Obstruction Category foul ground
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Ericht Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
50 48.002 N,0 10.493 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.800033
  • Longitude: -0.174883
Water Depth 7 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ERICHT
Type yacht
Length 15.2 m
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 18, 1953
Original Detection Year 1953
Last Detection Year 2001
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H6770/53 12.11.53 YACHT SUNK IN 504758N, 001024W APPROX, 3-4M SW OF WEST PIER BRIGHTON. (LL, 18.10.53). CHART AS NDW PA. SQ. DATE. 23.7.71 NOW CHARTED AS F PA. NC 1652. HH090/944/01 16.11.01 NOT LOCATED, DISPROVED. (NP 1016, HI 944B). AMENDED DEAD. BR STD. 13.2.17 NOT SEEN IN M/B DATASET. (GARDLINE GEOSURVEY 2015, HI 1478). NFA.
Last Amended Date Nov 16, 2001
WRECK MAP LOADING ... 50 48.002 N,0 10.493 W
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FAQ

Where is the ERICHT wreck located?

The ERICHT wreck is located at coordinates 50 48.002 N,0 10.493 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ERICHT?

The seabed around the ERICHT lies at approximately 7 meters deep.

When did the ERICHT sink?

The ERICHT sank on Oct 18, 1953.

When was the wreck of the ERICHT discovered?

The wreck of the ERICHT was discovered in 1953.

What type of wreck is the ERICHT?

The ERICHT is classified as a yacht.