Morning Star Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Morning star Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 53.591 N,5 18.08 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.893183
  • Longitude: -5.301333
Wreck Depth -1 m
Water Depth 2 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MORNING STAR
Type tug
Flag GB
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1978
Last Detection Year 2013
Original Source aerial photography or satellite imagery
Last Amended Date Feb 22, 2013

Surveying Details

H5001/72 13.11.78 H5001/72 13.11.78 OBSTN SHOWN IN 515333N,051759.4W ON PHOTOPLOT PG 1486/1-LP1. CHART AS DW. BR STD H5001/72 13.11.78 H5001/72 13.11.78 IDENTIFIED BY CG ST DAVID AS WK OF TUG MORNING STAR. (HMS HERALD HI 34/78). H1950/80 12.1.82 H1950/80 12.1.82 ST DRIES 1MTR IN 515334N, 051801W SIGHTED BY COASTLINING TEAMS AND IDENTITY CONFIRMED. PARTLY VISIBLE ABOVE WATER. (HMS FOX, HI 20). BR STD.. 22.2.13 22.2.13 [WGD] POSN: 5153.591N, 0518.080W. 22.1.13 22.1.13 NOT LOCATED BY M/B. TOO CLOSE INSHORE TO SURVEY. (EMU, HI 1365). NCA.

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FAQ

Where is the MORNING STAR wreck located?

The MORNING STAR wreck is located at coordinates 51 53.591 N,5 18.08 W.

How deep is the MORNING STAR and where exactly is it located?

The MORNING STAR lies at a depth of about -1 meters and is located at coordinates 51 53.591 N,5 18.08 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MORNING STAR?

The seabed around the MORNING STAR lies at approximately 2 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the MORNING STAR discovered?

The wreck of the MORNING STAR was discovered in 1978.

What country did the MORNING STAR belong to?

The MORNING STAR belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the MORNING STAR?

The MORNING STAR is classified as a tug.

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