Balabar Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Balabar Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
25 35.35 N,55 33.583 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 25.589167
  • Longitude: 55.559717
Water Depth 6 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BALABAR
Type barge
Length 33.5 m
Width 15.2 m
Draught 3
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1978
Last Detection Year 1978
Original Source national HO authority radio navigational warning
Surveying Details H3817/70 21.9.78 H3817/70 21.9.78 ST IN 253509N, 553320E, LYING IN APPROX 13-18FT OF WATER 300YDS OFFSHORE. (PRICE INT. TELEX DTD 5 & 6.7.78 & MENAS TELEX 22.8.78). NE 3714. H3817/70 13.10.78 H3817/70 13.10.78 LIES IN 6MTRS IN 253515N, 553330E. MARKED TEMPORARILY BY ORANGE CAN BUOY WHICH WILL BE REPLACED BY W CARD BUOY IN DUE COURSE. (MENAS LETTER 78/127, DTD 11.9.78). CHART AS DW. - NM 2493/78. 21.9.94 21.9.94 WGD POSN: 253521N, 553335E. NC 3410.
Last Amended Date Sep 21, 1994
WRECK MAP LOADING ... 25 35.35 N,55 33.583 E
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FAQ

Where is the BALABAR wreck located?

The BALABAR wreck is located at coordinates 25 35.35 N,55 33.583 E.

How deep is the seabed around the BALABAR?

The seabed around the BALABAR lies at approximately 6 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the BALABAR discovered?

The wreck of the BALABAR was discovered in 1978.

What type of wreck is the BALABAR?

The BALABAR is classified as a barge.