C.e.thornton Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status lifted
C.e.thornton Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		18 55.5 N,57 28 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 18.925000
  • Longitude: 57.466667
Water Depth 6 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name C.E.THORNTON
Type Platform
Flag US
Tonnage 1466
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 19, 1973
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1973
Last Detection Year 1974
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 23.8.73 ST IN 185400N, 572800E, BROKE TOW & STRANDED IN 20FT [6MTRS] OF WATER, BEFORE ANCHORS COULD LET GO. (LLOYDS VOL.213). NCA. H2634/73 INS ST (PA) IN 185530N, 572800E. (LLOYDS VOL.213). BR STD. 8.5.1974 REFLOATED ON 8.5.1974. (LLOYDS VOL.216). NCA. H2634/73 26.6.74 DELETED. (LLOYDS VOL.216). AMENDED TO LIFT. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Mar 5, 2010

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1958. SELF ELEVATING DRILLING PLATFORM OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY READING & BATES OFFSHORE DRILLING CO. PASSAGE BANDAR ABBAS FOR RED SEA. BROKE TOW FROM SV CONSTELLATION DURING A STORM & DRIVEN AGROUND OFF THE COAST OF OMAN. VALUED AT

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FAQ

Where is the C.E.THORNTON wreck located?

The C.E.THORNTON wreck is located at coordinates 18 55.5 N,57 28 E.

How deep is the seabed around the C.E.THORNTON?

The seabed around the C.E.THORNTON lies at approximately 6 meters deep.

When did the C.E.THORNTON sink?

The C.E.THORNTON sank on Aug 19, 1973.

When was the wreck of the C.E.THORNTON discovered?

The wreck of the C.E.THORNTON was discovered in 1973.

What country did the C.E.THORNTON belong to?

The C.E.THORNTON belonged to US.

What was the tonnage of the C.E.THORNTON?

The C.E.THORNTON had a tonnage of 1466 tons.

What type of wreck is the C.E.THORNTON?

The C.E.THORNTON is classified as a platform.

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