Ballenita Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Ballenita Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		16 35.21 S,73 5.12 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -16.586833
  • Longitude: -73.085333
Water Depth 300 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Low Water Springs
Name BALLENITA
Type fishing vessel
Flag PE
Tonnage 57
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 19, 1987
Bottom Texture Mud
Original Detection Year 1987
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H4325/87 11.12.87 SANK IN DEEP WATER OFF THE RIVER OCONA ESTUARY. CONSTRUCTIVE TOTAL LOSS. (LL 6.11.87). NCA, POSN 163500S, 730500W [PRP] FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Sep 2, 2009

Circumstances of loss

6.11.87 BUILT IN 1972. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY HECTOR CARDENAS DE LOS RIOS. (LL, 6.11.87).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 16 35.21 S,73 5.12 W
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FAQ

Where is the BALLENITA wreck located?

The BALLENITA wreck is located at coordinates 16 35.21 S,73 5.12 W.

How deep is the seabed around the BALLENITA?

The seabed around the BALLENITA lies at approximately 300 meters deep.

When did the BALLENITA sink?

The BALLENITA sank on Aug 19, 1987.

When was the wreck of the BALLENITA discovered?

The wreck of the BALLENITA was discovered in 1987.

What country did the BALLENITA belong to?

The BALLENITA belonged to PE.

What was the tonnage of the BALLENITA?

The BALLENITA had a tonnage of 57 tons.

What type of wreck is the BALLENITA?

The BALLENITA is classified as a fishing vessel.

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