Baynyassa (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Baynyassa (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		30 15.333 N,9 38.25 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 30.255550
  • Longitude: -9.637500
Water Depth 0 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BAYNYASSA (POSSIBLY)
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 121.9 m
Width 15.8 m
Draught 8.5
Tonnage 4937
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 15, 1918
Original Detection Year 1976
Last Detection Year 2021
Original Source national HO/authority charts
Surveying Details 11.6.76 ST SHOWN IN 301520N, 093815W ON SPANISH 217 [EDN 1, DEC 1975]. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Jul 15, 2021

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1915 BY BARTRAM & SONS. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY SALE & CO (BAY SS CO). TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 476NHP. PASSAGE SANTOS FOR GIBRALTAR. WAS WRECKED 10M S OF AGADIR. (DODS).

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FAQ

Where is the BAYNYASSA (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The BAYNYASSA (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 30 15.333 N,9 38.25 W.

When did the BAYNYASSA (POSSIBLY) sink?

The BAYNYASSA (POSSIBLY) sank on Sep 15, 1918.

When was the wreck of the BAYNYASSA (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the BAYNYASSA (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1976.

What country did the BAYNYASSA (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The BAYNYASSA (POSSIBLY) belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the BAYNYASSA (POSSIBLY)?

The BAYNYASSA (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 4937 tons.

What type of wreck is the BAYNYASSA (POSSIBLY)?

The BAYNYASSA (POSSIBLY) is classified as a steam ship.

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