Thames (Probably) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Thames (probably) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		54 50.407 N,1 10.631 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 54.840117
  • Longitude: -1.177183
Wreck Depth 36 m
Water Depth 41 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name THAMES (PROBABLY)
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 85.2 m
Width 9.5 m
Draught 4.7
Sonar Length 68
Sonar Width 11
Shadow Height 5.5
Orientation 55
Tonnage 1327
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 26, 1918
Scour Dimensions ,,000.1,
Original Detection Year 1918
Last Detection Year 1991
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Last Amended Date Nov 9, 1999

Surveying Details

SUNK 6 MILES SE BY E FROM SEAHAM HBR. (WW1SL). H6330/87 15.7.88 WK LOCATED IN 545023N, 011030W [OGB]. LEAST E/S DEPTH 35.9 IN GEN DEPTH 41.1MTRS. (GARDLINE, TLX 19.6.88, HI 414A). H6330/87 14.11.88 EXAM'D 5.9.88 USING TRISPONDER. TWO DISTINCT AREAS OF WRECKAGE - MAIN PART IN 545023N, 011030W [OGB]. SWEPT CLEAR AT 35.8, FOUL AT 36.2MTRS. LEAST E/S DEPTH 35.9 IN GEN DEPTH 41.1MTRS. SCOUR DEPTH 41.2MTRS. DCS3 HT 5.5MTRS, LENGTH 50MTRS, BEAM 7MTRS. LIES 055/235 DEG. SECOND PART IN 545024N, 011033W. LEAST E/S DEPTH 38.3MTRS. LIES 043/223 DEG. LENGTH 18MTRS, BEAM 4MTRS. (GARDLINE SURVEYS, HI 414A). POSSIBLY TWO WRECKS. INS AS SW 32MTRS IN 545024N, 011032W. BR STD. HH100/351/08 WK IN 545018.6N, 011039W DIVED AUGUST 1991 AND THOUGHT TO BE WK OF SS THAMES. CARGO INCLUDES LEAD-BASED INGOTS, EARTHENWARE JARS, ASSORTED BOTTLES AND STEEL PIPES. LIES WITH BOW TO W. STERN FAIRLY INTACT AND STANDING ABOUT 4MTRS ABOVE SEABED. ENGINE AND BOILERS ALSO STAND 4MTRS HIGH AND BOW SECTION LIES SEPARATELY NORTH OF THE STBD SIDE. REMAINDER OF WK ONLY STANDS 1 TO 3MTRS HIGH. A MOUND OF STEEL PIPES, 2 TO 3MTRS HIGH, LIES BETWEEN THE BOW AND MAIN WRECKAGE (K A LAWRENCE).

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1887 BY A & J INGLIS, GLASGOW. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY CARRON CO. TWO BOILERS, TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 316 NHP, SINGLE SHAFT. PASSAGE LONDON FOR LEITH. TORPEDOED BY UC 17. TWO EXPLOSIONS OCCURRED AFT AND THE STERN WAS BLOWN OFF. THE SHIP SANK SOME 7 MINUTES LATER. 4 MEN LOST. (SIBI).

General Comments

IN TWO PARTS, BOW W. DIMENSIONS ARE OVERALL

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 54 50.407 N,1 10.631 W
Thames (Probably) on Wreck Map Thames (Probably) Wreck on Google Map

More Steam Ship Wrecks:

Nearby Wrecks:

FAQ

Where is the THAMES (PROBABLY) wreck located?

The THAMES (PROBABLY) wreck is located at coordinates 54 50.407 N,1 10.631 W.

How deep is the THAMES (PROBABLY) and where exactly is it located?

The THAMES (PROBABLY) lies at a depth of about 36 meters and is located at coordinates 54 50.407 N,1 10.631 W.

How deep is the seabed around the THAMES (PROBABLY)?

The seabed around the THAMES (PROBABLY) lies at approximately 41 meters deep.

When did the THAMES (PROBABLY) sink?

The THAMES (PROBABLY) sank on May 26, 1918.

When was the wreck of the THAMES (PROBABLY) discovered?

The wreck of the THAMES (PROBABLY) was discovered in 1918.

What country did the THAMES (PROBABLY) belong to?

The THAMES (PROBABLY) belonged to GB.

What cargo was the THAMES (PROBABLY) carrying?

The THAMES (PROBABLY) was carrying general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the THAMES (PROBABLY)?

The THAMES (PROBABLY) had a tonnage of 1327 tons.

What type of wreck is the THAMES (PROBABLY)?

The THAMES (PROBABLY) is classified as a steam ship.

Back to Wrecks