Aristeo Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Aristeo Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		26 3 N,78 50 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 26.050000
  • Longitude: -78.833333
Water Depth 310 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ARISTEO
Type supply vessel
Flag VU
Length 56.4 m
Width 11.6 m
Draught 3
Tonnage 240
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 20, 1987
Original Detection Year 1987
Last Detection Year 1987
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H4369/74 10.6.87 H4369/74 10.6.87 SANK ABOUT 20M DUE S OF FREEPORT, BAHAMAS. (LL, 5.5.87). NCA. H1299/87 15.7.87 H1299/87 15.7.87 WK IN 260300N, 785000W APPROX. (US NM 11460/23/87). PRESUMABLY THIS WK. NCA.
Last Amended Date Feb 22, 2006

Circumstances of loss

15.4.87 CAPSIZED SUDDENLY ON 15.4.87 WHEN, IT IS THOUGHT, CARGO SHIFTED. DRIFTED FOR SEVERAL DAYS BEFORE SINKING. WAS ON PASSAGE MIAMI FOR PORT AU PRINCE. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the ARISTEO wreck located?

The ARISTEO wreck is located at coordinates 26 3 N,78 50 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ARISTEO?

The seabed around the ARISTEO lies at approximately 310 meters deep.

When did the ARISTEO sink?

The ARISTEO sank on Apr 20, 1987.

When was the wreck of the ARISTEO discovered?

The wreck of the ARISTEO was discovered in 1987.

What country did the ARISTEO belong to?

The ARISTEO belonged to VU.

What cargo was the ARISTEO carrying?

The ARISTEO was carrying general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the ARISTEO?

The ARISTEO had a tonnage of 240 tons.

What type of wreck is the ARISTEO?

The ARISTEO is classified as a supply vessel.

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