Alaska Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Alaska Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		22 53 N,37 40 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 22.883333
  • Longitude: 37.666667
Water Depth 1000 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ALASKA
Type carrier
Flag CY
Length 64 m
Width 9.8 m
Draught 3.4
Tonnage 499
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 5, 1983
Original Detection Year 1983
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H3555/80 7.7.83 SANK IN POSN 225300N, 374000E. (LL 14.5.83). NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Feb 7, 2003

Circumstances of loss

TOOK ON SUDDEN DANGEROUS LIST WHILE ON PASSAGE JEDDAH FOR MERSIN IN BALLAST. ABANDONED BY CREW AND SANK 3 HOURS LATER. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the ALASKA wreck located?

The ALASKA wreck is located at coordinates 22 53 N,37 40 E.

How deep is the seabed around the ALASKA?

The seabed around the ALASKA lies at approximately 1000 meters deep.

When did the ALASKA sink?

The ALASKA sank on Apr 5, 1983.

When was the wreck of the ALASKA discovered?

The wreck of the ALASKA was discovered in 1983.

What country did the ALASKA belong to?

The ALASKA belonged to CY.

What cargo was the ALASKA carrying?

The ALASKA was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the ALASKA?

The ALASKA had a tonnage of 499 tons.

What type of wreck is the ALASKA?

The ALASKA is classified as a carrier.

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