Babsie Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Babsie Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		32 35 S,17 40 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -32.583333
  • Longitude: 17.666667
Water Depth 237 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BABSIE
Type fishing vessel
Flag ZA
Length 21.9 m
Width 7.1 m
Draught 2.8
Tonnage 100
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 9, 1970
Bottom Texture Mud
Original Detection Year 1970
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 4.11.71 4.11.71 WRECK SANK IN 323500S, 174000E 30M NW OF ST HELENA BAY. (LL VOL.203). NCA, POSN FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Jun 15, 2010

Circumstances of loss

SANK EN ROUTE FROM FISHING GROUNDS FOR ST HELENA BAY. LISTED FOLLOWING COLLAPSE OF FISH HOLD BULKHEAD. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY WEST POINT FISHING CORP. PTY LTD. (LL VOL.203 & 204)

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FAQ

Where is the BABSIE wreck located?

The BABSIE wreck is located at coordinates 32 35 S,17 40 E.

How deep is the seabed around the BABSIE?

The seabed around the BABSIE lies at approximately 237 meters deep.

When did the BABSIE sink?

The BABSIE sank on Jul 9, 1970.

When was the wreck of the BABSIE discovered?

The wreck of the BABSIE was discovered in 1970.

What country did the BABSIE belong to?

The BABSIE belonged to ZA.

What was the tonnage of the BABSIE?

The BABSIE had a tonnage of 100 tons.

What type of wreck is the BABSIE?

The BABSIE is classified as a fishing vessel.

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