Watchdog Of Wareham Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Watchdog of wareham Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 35.168 N,1 47.783 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.586133
  • Longitude: -1.796383
Water Depth 24 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name WATCHDOG OF WAREHAM
Type yacht
Flag GB
Length 10.7 m
Width 2.7 m
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 19, 1986
Original Detection Year 1986
Last Detection Year 2012
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Last Amended Date Oct 23, 2012

Surveying Details

H2555/74 25.7.86 SANK IN APPROX POSN 093DEGS, 6.3M FROM ANVIL POINT LT HO. BELIEVED COMPLETELY BURNED OUT. (PORTLAND MRSC, SIG DTD 19.7.86). NOT FOUND BY THV STELLA. (TH HARWICH, 21.7.86). POSN 503508N, 014742W [OGB] FOR FILING ONLY. 23.10.12 NOT LOCATED BY M/B & MAGNETOMETER. (EMU, HI 1366). AMEND DEAD. NCA.

Circumstances of loss

SANK WHILE UNDER TOW AFTER CATCHING FIRE.

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FAQ

Where is the WATCHDOG OF WAREHAM wreck located?

The WATCHDOG OF WAREHAM wreck is located at coordinates 50 35.168 N,1 47.783 W.

How deep is the seabed around the WATCHDOG OF WAREHAM?

The seabed around the WATCHDOG OF WAREHAM lies at approximately 24 meters deep.

When did the WATCHDOG OF WAREHAM sink?

The WATCHDOG OF WAREHAM sank on Jul 19, 1986.

When was the wreck of the WATCHDOG OF WAREHAM discovered?

The wreck of the WATCHDOG OF WAREHAM was discovered in 1986.

What country did the WATCHDOG OF WAREHAM belong to?

The WATCHDOG OF WAREHAM belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the WATCHDOG OF WAREHAM?

The WATCHDOG OF WAREHAM is classified as a yacht.

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