Thalassa Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Thalassa Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 1.737 N,4 3.768 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.028950
  • Longitude: -4.062800
Water Depth 71 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name THALASSA
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Length 18 m
Tonnage 33
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 27, 1985
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1985
Last Detection Year 2005
Original Source ship visit/hydrographic note report
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Surveying Details

H2063/82 15.5.85 H2063/82 15.5.85 LOCATED IN 500142N, 040342W [OGB] USING DECCA. LEAST DEPTH 66.8 IN GEN DEPTH 71MTRS. (THV STELLA, HN 28.4.85). NCA, COVERED BY SHOALER WK CLOSE E. THIS COULD BE THE 2ND WK TO LIE CLOSE TO WK [17392], REPORTED IN 1972, IN 500142N, 040339W AND THE THALASSA COULD LIE ACTUALLY ON TOP OF THAT WK ACCOUNTING FOR THE 10MTRS REDUCTION IN DEPTH OVER IT. HH091/059/01 14.4.05 HH091/059/01 14.4.05 NOT LOCATED, DISPROVED. (GARDLINE, HI 1059). AMEND DEAD. NCA.

Circumstances of loss

CAPSIZED AND SANK WHEN FISHING GEAR CAUGHT ON WRECK. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the THALASSA wreck located?

The THALASSA wreck is located at coordinates 50 1.737 N,4 3.768 W.

How deep is the seabed around the THALASSA?

The seabed around the THALASSA lies at approximately 71 meters deep.

When did the THALASSA sink?

The THALASSA sank on Apr 27, 1985.

When was the wreck of the THALASSA discovered?

The wreck of the THALASSA was discovered in 1985.

What country did the THALASSA belong to?

The THALASSA belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the THALASSA?

The THALASSA had a tonnage of 33 tons.

What type of wreck is the THALASSA?

The THALASSA is classified as a fishing vessel.

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