Monica (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Obstruction Category foul ground
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Monica (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 24.069 N,1 19.998 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.401150
  • Longitude: 1.333300
Water Depth 8 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MONICA (POSSIBLY)
Type sailing vessel
Flag GB
Length 7 m
Sonar Length 7.5
Sonar Width 3
Shadow Height 1.2
Orientation 150
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 3, 1972
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1972
Last Detection Year 2024
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Nov 1, 2024

Surveying Details

SANK NEAR SE MARGATE BUOY. (LL 209). POSN 512404N, 012009E. NCA. HH090/770/01 24.9.98 NOT LOCATED BY DCS3 OR MAGNETOMETER. (NP 1016, HI 770). RETAIN AS DEAD. NCA. HH091/167/01 2.4.07 NOT LOCATED BY M/B. (NETSURVEY LTD, HI 1167). NCA. 19.8.11 LOCATED 1.2010 IN 5124.069N, 0119.998E [WGD] USING DGSP. LEAST M/B DEPTH 8.48 IN GEN DEPTH 8.5MTRS. MINOR SCOUR. LENGTH 7.5MTRS, WIDTH 3MTRS, HT 1.2MTRS. LIES 150/330 DEGS. TWO SMALL CONTACTS IN MINOR SCOUR. COULD BE WRECKAGE. (NETSURVEY, HI 1339). INS AS FOUL. BR STD. RSDRA2024000274480 1.11.24 NOT SEEN IN M/B DATASET 2024. (CLINTON MARINE SURVEY AB, HI 1864 ANNEX F RoS). AMEND DEAD.

Circumstances of loss

SANK AFTER STRIKING SUBMERGED OBJECT. PASSAGE THAMES FOR CHICHESTER.

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FAQ

Where is the MONICA (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The MONICA (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 51 24.069 N,1 19.998 E.

How deep is the seabed around the MONICA (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the MONICA (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 8 meters deep.

When did the MONICA (POSSIBLY) sink?

The MONICA (POSSIBLY) sank on Jul 3, 1972.

When was the wreck of the MONICA (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the MONICA (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1972.

What country did the MONICA (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The MONICA (POSSIBLY) belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the MONICA (POSSIBLY)?

The MONICA (POSSIBLY) is classified as a sailing vessel.

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