Ben Holden 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
Ben holden Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		33 23.05 S,27 20.45 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -33.384167
  • Longitude: 27.340833
Water Depth 30 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BEN HOLDEN
Type trawler
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1934
Last Detection Year 1972
Original Source survey vessel
Last Amended Date Feb 3, 2010

Surveying Details

H6439/34 30.10.34 H6439/34 30.10.34 WK IN 332312S, 272000E OR 109DEGS, 4M FROM 327FT TRIG POINT NEAR BEQUA K. NE OF BEQUA RIVER, CLOSE SW OF MADAGASCAR REEF. (HMS DAFFODIL REMARK BOOK, DTD 20.6.34). BA 2086. 17.6.41 17.6.41 ST SHOWN IN 332254S, 272024E ON E5441. NC 3769. 12.9.60 12.9.60 NOW IN 332303S, 272027E. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). NC 3769. H3086/72 5.8.72 H3086/72 5.8.72 NOT SEEN AT 4NM, HEIGHT 50FT, DRYING REEF IS VISIBLE. (MV KRZYWOUSTY HN 25, DTD 12.4.72). DELETE. AMENDED TO DEAD. BR STD.

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FAQ

Where is the BEN HOLDEN wreck located?

The BEN HOLDEN wreck is located at coordinates 33 23.05 S,27 20.45 E.

How deep is the seabed around the BEN HOLDEN?

The seabed around the BEN HOLDEN lies at approximately 30 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the BEN HOLDEN discovered?

The wreck of the BEN HOLDEN was discovered in 1934.

What type of wreck is the BEN HOLDEN?

The BEN HOLDEN is classified as a trawler.

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