Altavela Wreck

Field Value
Altavela Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		39 45.674 N,74 5.109 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 39.761230
  • Longitude: -74.085150
Reported Year 1884
Name ALTAVELA
Type schooner
Length 31.2 m
Width 8.4 m
Draught 2.5
Tonnage 183
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo stone
Date Sunk May 1, 1884

Circumstances of loss

STRANDED

General Comments

Owner: Rufus C Wells, Year Built: 1853, Where Built: Searsport, ME, Home Port: Brooklin, ME, Departure Port: Blue Hill, ME, Destination Port: Washington, DC, Master: Wells, Crew: 5, Lives Lost: 0, Ship Value: $3,000, Cargo Value: $2,000, USLSS Station: Barnegat, Misc Information: #211; Total loss

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FAQ

Where is the ALTAVELA wreck located?

The ALTAVELA wreck is located at coordinates 39 45.674 N,74 5.109 W.

When did the ALTAVELA sink?

The ALTAVELA sank on May 1, 1884.

What cargo was the ALTAVELA carrying?

The ALTAVELA was carrying stone.

What was the tonnage of the ALTAVELA?

The ALTAVELA had a tonnage of 183 tons.

What type of wreck is the ALTAVELA?

The ALTAVELA is classified as a schooner.

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