River Thames Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
River thames Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 27.999 N,0 45.1 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.466650
  • Longitude: 0.751667
Water Depth 1 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name RIVER THAMES
Type tug
Flag GB
Tonnage 88
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 21, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Last Detection Year 1950
Original Source unknown
Surveying Details H01001/40 POSN 512758N, 004512E. H02985/41 3.10.41 INS AS DW. - NM 2291/41. H7801/46 4.12.46 AMENDED TO ST. (E7851). BR STD. H02985/41 24.9.47 INS G CAN BUOY CLOSE E OF WK. (CSTH HARWICH). - NM 2573/47. H02985/41 11.1.49 AMEND TO DW WITH G CAN LT BUOY, GP FL(2) G 10SEC, CLOSE E. - NM 38/49. H02985/41 21.8.50 DELETED. (CSTH HARWICH). - NM 1629/50.
Last Amended Date Nov 11, 2004
WRECK MAP LOADING ... 51 27.999 N,0 45.1 E
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FAQ

Where is the RIVER THAMES wreck located?

The RIVER THAMES wreck is located at coordinates 51 27.999 N,0 45.1 E.

How deep is the seabed around the RIVER THAMES?

The seabed around the RIVER THAMES lies at approximately 1 meter deep.

When did the RIVER THAMES sink?

The RIVER THAMES sank on Dec 21, 1940.

When was the wreck of the RIVER THAMES discovered?

The wreck of the RIVER THAMES was discovered in 1940.

What country did the RIVER THAMES belong to?

The RIVER THAMES belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the RIVER THAMES?

The RIVER THAMES had a tonnage of 88 tons.

What type of wreck is the RIVER THAMES?

The RIVER THAMES is classified as a tug.

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