Surprise Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status lifted
Surprise Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
53 44.133 N,0 20.118 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.735550
  • Longitude: -0.335300
Water Depth 6 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SURPRISE
Type lighter
Flag GB
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1919
Last Detection Year 1920
Original Source national HO/authority notice to mariners
Surveying Details H9364/19 6.12.19 WK LIES ABOUT 300YDS S OF HUMBER DOCK, HULL, IN 534407N, 0020001W [OGB] APPROX, MARKED BY G CONL BUOY CLOSE S. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED), CHART AS WK [OLD SYMBOL] (1919). NM [LATER CANCELLED]. H9567/19 15.12.19 WK MOVED CLOSE ALONGSIDE E END OF RIVERSIDE QUAY. BUOY WITHDRAWN. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). NM ABOVE CANCELLED. BR STD. H1102/20 11.2.20 WK PLACED ON HARD GROUND ON E SIDE OF THE OLD HBR, HULL. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). AMENDED TO LIFT. DELETE. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Jun 9, 1999
WRECK MAP LOADING ... 53 44.133 N,0 20.118 W
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FAQ

Where is the SURPRISE wreck located?

The SURPRISE wreck is located at coordinates 53 44.133 N,0 20.118 W.

How deep is the seabed around the SURPRISE?

The seabed around the SURPRISE lies at approximately 6 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the SURPRISE discovered?

The wreck of the SURPRISE was discovered in 1919.

What country did the SURPRISE belong to?

The SURPRISE belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the SURPRISE?

The SURPRISE is classified as a lighter.