Prosperity Wreck

Field Value
Obstruction Category foul ground
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Prosperity Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		53 35.028 N,0 8.656 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.583800
  • Longitude: 0.144267
Water Depth 3 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name PROSPERITY
Type sailing vessel
Cargo timber
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 23, 1808
Original Detection Year 2000
Last Detection Year 2011
Original Source survey vessel
Last Amended Date Oct 7, 2011

Surveying Details

HH100/351/15 3.4.00 LIES IN 5335.010N, 0008.760W [OGB]. HT 1MTR IN GEN DEPTH 7MTRS. (K SMITH). CHARTED DEPTH 3MTRS. INS AS FOUL. BR STD. SEP 2011/000192813 7.10.11 NOT LOCATED BY M/B. (NETSURVEY, HI 1358). DELETE. BR STD. SEP 2021/000067871 1.4.21 NOT LOCATED IN M/B DATASET (2020).(CLINTON MARINE SURVEY AB, HI 1683). NFA.

Circumstances of loss

CAPSIZED & LOST ON THE BINKS IN GALE.

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FAQ

Where is the PROSPERITY wreck located?

The PROSPERITY wreck is located at coordinates 53 35.028 N,0 8.656 E.

How deep is the seabed around the PROSPERITY?

The seabed around the PROSPERITY lies at approximately 3 meters deep.

When did the PROSPERITY sink?

The PROSPERITY sank on Mar 23, 1808.

When was the wreck of the PROSPERITY discovered?

The wreck of the PROSPERITY was discovered in 2000.

What cargo was the PROSPERITY carrying?

The PROSPERITY was carrying timber.

What type of wreck is the PROSPERITY?

The PROSPERITY is classified as a sailing vessel.

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