Amazonas No 1 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Amazonas no 1 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		17 54 N,63 17 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 17.900000
  • Longitude: -63.283333
Water Depth 1100 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name AMAZONAS NO 1
Type motor vessel
Flag PA
Tonnage 253
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo cement
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 20, 1971
Original Detection Year 1971
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 22.11.71 SUNK IN 175400N, 631700W APPROX. (LL 206). NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Oct 18, 2012

Circumstances of loss

OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY THOMAS ORTIZ, LEEWARD ISLAND SHIPPING CO LTD. PASSAGE BRITISH VIRGIN ISLANDS FOR ST BARTHELEMY. SANK IN HEAVY WEATHER 20M S OF ST MARTIN. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the AMAZONAS NO 1 wreck located?

The AMAZONAS NO 1 wreck is located at coordinates 17 54 N,63 17 W.

How deep is the seabed around the AMAZONAS NO 1?

The seabed around the AMAZONAS NO 1 lies at approximately 1100 meters deep.

When did the AMAZONAS NO 1 sink?

The AMAZONAS NO 1 sank on Nov 20, 1971.

When was the wreck of the AMAZONAS NO 1 discovered?

The wreck of the AMAZONAS NO 1 was discovered in 1971.

What country did the AMAZONAS NO 1 belong to?

The AMAZONAS NO 1 belonged to PA.

What cargo was the AMAZONAS NO 1 carrying?

The AMAZONAS NO 1 was carrying cement.

What was the tonnage of the AMAZONAS NO 1?

The AMAZONAS NO 1 had a tonnage of 253 tons.

What type of wreck is the AMAZONAS NO 1?

The AMAZONAS NO 1 is classified as a motor vessel.

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