Avona Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Avona Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 23.51 S,58 16.95 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -51.391833
  • Longitude: -58.282500
Water Depth 10 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name AVONA
Type sailing vessel
Flag GB
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1970
Last Detection Year 1985
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Aug 5, 2014

Surveying Details

6.3.70 LOST ON HUT POINT. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). NCA, GIVES POSN 512330S, 581630W APPROX. 12.11.91 STATED TO HAVE BEEN LOST ON CAPE FREHEL. (FALKLAND ISLAND SHORES, PUBLISHED 1985). NCA, POSN 512300S, 581345W APPROX FOR FILING ONLY.

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN SWANSEA. PASSAGE SUNDERLAND FOR VALPARAISO. WAS LOST ON CAPE FREHEL. (FALKLAND ISLAND SHORES, PUBLISHED 1985).

General Comments

IRON HULL

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FAQ

Where is the AVONA wreck located?

The AVONA wreck is located at coordinates 51 23.51 S,58 16.95 W.

How deep is the seabed around the AVONA?

The seabed around the AVONA lies at approximately 10 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the AVONA discovered?

The wreck of the AVONA was discovered in 1970.

What country did the AVONA belong to?

The AVONA belonged to GB.

What cargo was the AVONA carrying?

The AVONA was carrying coal.

What type of wreck is the AVONA?

The AVONA is classified as a sailing vessel.

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