Chavin Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Chavin Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		15 50 N,87 57 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 15.833333
  • Longitude: -87.950000
Water Depth 9 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CHAVIN
Type motor vessel
Flag PE
Length 78.6 m
Width 12.8 m
Draught 5.8
Tonnage 1988
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo metal: concentrate and products,scrap metal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 29, 1974
Original Detection Year 1976
Last Detection Year 1979
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Feb 12, 2009

Surveying Details

2.3.76 2.3.76 SUNK AT PUERTO CORTES. (LL 223). POSN GIVEN AS 155000N, 875700W. NCA. 6.9.78 6.9.78 REMAINS AGROUND, UNDERSTOOD THAT IT BELONGS TO PORT AUTHORITY. (LL 234). NCA. 9.7.79 9.7.79 STILL REMAINS AGROUND NEAR BEACH. (LL 237). NCA.

Circumstances of loss

29.12.74 LAID UP AT PUERTO CORTES SINCE 29.12.74. UNDERSTOOD THAT VESSEL HAS ACTUALLY SUNK. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the CHAVIN wreck located?

The CHAVIN wreck is located at coordinates 15 50 N,87 57 W.

How deep is the seabed around the CHAVIN?

The seabed around the CHAVIN lies at approximately 9 meters deep.

When did the CHAVIN sink?

The CHAVIN sank on Dec 29, 1974.

When was the wreck of the CHAVIN discovered?

The wreck of the CHAVIN was discovered in 1976.

What country did the CHAVIN belong to?

The CHAVIN belonged to PE.

What cargo was the CHAVIN carrying?

The CHAVIN was carrying metal: concentrate and products,scrap metal.

What was the tonnage of the CHAVIN?

The CHAVIN had a tonnage of 1988 tons.

What type of wreck is the CHAVIN?

The CHAVIN is classified as a motor vessel.

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