Barcelona Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Barcelona Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
34 11.667 S,24 52 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -34.194450
  • Longitude: 24.866667
Water Depth 6 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BARCELONA
Type fishing vessel
Flag ZA
Length 14.6 m
Cargo fish
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1973
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 13.7.73 13.7.73 ST IN 341140S, 245200E NEAR CAPE ST FRANCIS. (LL VOL.213). NCA, POSN FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Feb 2, 2010

Circumstances of loss

WENT AGROUND IN FOG NEAR CAPE ST FRANCIS. CARGO OF FISH WAS SALVAGED. CREW WENT ASHORE & VESSEL WAS ABANDONED. (LL VOL.213)

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 34 11.667 S,24 52 E
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FAQ

Where is the BARCELONA wreck located?

The BARCELONA wreck is located at coordinates 34 11.667 S,24 52 E.

How deep is the seabed around the BARCELONA?

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

When was the wreck of the BARCELONA discovered?

The wreck of the BARCELONA was discovered in 1973.

What country did the BARCELONA belong to?

The BARCELONA belonged to ZA.

What cargo was the BARCELONA carrying?

The BARCELONA was carrying fish.

What type of wreck is the BARCELONA?

The BARCELONA is classified as a fishing vessel.