Gannet Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Gannet Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		52 6.529 N,1 47.391 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 52.108817
  • Longitude: 1.789850
Water Depth 27 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name GANNET
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 74.7 m
Width 10.1 m
Draught 5.5
Tonnage 1127
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 7, 1916
Original Detection Year 1916
Last Detection Year 2016
Original Source unknown
Last Amended Date Aug 31, 2017

Surveying Details

AUG 1916 POSN 520630N, 014730E. H8203/19 CONFIRMS LOSS, DATE OF SINKING, TONNAGE. H4282/26 14.10.26 INS DW(1916)(PA). BR STD. H335/31 15.1.31 AMEND TO DW(PA). BR STD. H3052/31 27.10.31 DELETED FROM ALL CHARTS. - NM ACTION. HH090/616/01 NOT LOCATED. (GARDLINE, HI 616). AMENDED TO DEAD. SEP 2016/000091759 31.8.17 NOT LOCATED BY M/B SURVEY 2016. (GARDLINE, HI 1495). CONFIRMED DEAD.

Circumstances of loss

MINED. 8 LIVES LOST.

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FAQ

Where is the GANNET wreck located?

The GANNET wreck is located at coordinates 52 6.529 N,1 47.391 E.

How deep is the seabed around the GANNET?

The seabed around the GANNET lies at approximately 27 meters deep.

When did the GANNET sink?

The GANNET sank on Jul 7, 1916.

When was the wreck of the GANNET discovered?

The wreck of the GANNET was discovered in 1916.

What country did the GANNET belong to?

The GANNET belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the GANNET?

The GANNET had a tonnage of 1127 tons.

What type of wreck is the GANNET?

The GANNET is classified as a steam ship.

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