Caridad Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Caridad Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
18 18.83 N,64 49.368 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 18.313833
  • Longitude: -64.822800
Water Depth 6 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Lower Low Water
Name CARIDAD
Type motor vessel
Length 30.5 m
Cargo cement
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 14, 1970
Original Detection Year 1970
Last Detection Year 2020
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 6.7.70 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 181845N, 644930W IN 22FT OF WATER. NOTHING OF WRECK SHOWING ABOVE WATER. (LL 199 & 200). H3056/70 22.9.77 DW IN 181849.8N, 644922.1W. (US NM 25647/30/77). - NM 2255/77. 11.1.93 SHOWN IN 181843N, 20.5W [WGD/NAX] ON US 25647 [9TH EDN - JUL'92].
Last Amended Date Oct 12, 2020

Circumstances of loss

SANK AT ANCHOR AFTER DEVELOPING A LEAK. (LL).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 18 18.83 N,64 49.368 W
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FAQ

Where is the CARIDAD wreck located?

The CARIDAD wreck is located at coordinates 18 18.83 N,64 49.368 W.

How deep is the seabed around the CARIDAD?

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

When did the CARIDAD sink?

The CARIDAD sank on Feb 14, 1970.

When was the wreck of the CARIDAD discovered?

The wreck of the CARIDAD was discovered in 1970.

What cargo was the CARIDAD carrying?

The CARIDAD was carrying cement.

What type of wreck is the CARIDAD?

The CARIDAD is classified as a motor vessel.