Alto Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category distributed remains of wreck
Alto Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 0.01 S,61 26.86 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -51.000167
  • Longitude: -61.447667
Water Depth 0 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ALTO
Type sailing vessel
Flag US
Tonnage 200
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 12, 1870
Original Detection Year 1970
Original Source other
Surveying Details 27.2.70 WRECKED ON JASON WEST CAY. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). POSN 510000S, 612636W FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Aug 5, 2014

Circumstances of loss

FROM BEDFORD, NEW JERSEY. WRECKED ON JASON WEST CAY DURING THE NIGHT. (FALKLAND ISLAND SHORES).

General Comments

WHALER

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FAQ

Where is the ALTO wreck located?

The ALTO wreck is located at coordinates 51 0.01 S,61 26.86 W.

When did the ALTO sink?

The ALTO sank on Jul 12, 1870.

When was the wreck of the ALTO discovered?

The wreck of the ALTO was discovered in 1970.

What country did the ALTO belong to?

The ALTO belonged to US.

What was the tonnage of the ALTO?

The ALTO had a tonnage of 200 tons.

What type of wreck is the ALTO?

The ALTO is classified as a sailing vessel.

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