Chryssi (Stern Section) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Chryssi (stern section) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		31 10 N,69 30 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 31.166667
  • Longitude: -69.500000
Water Depth 5200 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CHRYSSI (STERN SECTION)
Type tanker
Flag PA
Length 196.6 m
Width 25.9 m
Draught 13.4
Tonnage 19183
Cargo oil
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 26, 1970
Original Detection Year 1970
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date May 8, 2003

Surveying Details

8.4.71 VESSEL REPORTED BROKEN IN TWO, STERN SECTION IN 311000N, 693000W APPROX. POSN FOR BOW SECTION NOT GIVEN. (LL 203). NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1953. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY SANTANDER CIA NAV S A. PASSAGE EL PALITO, VENEZUELA FOR BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS. BROKE IN TWO SUDDENLY IN HEAVY SEAS WHEN ABOUT 250M SW OF BERMUDA. STERN SECTION SANK FIRST AND THREE DAYS LATER THE BOW SECTION. 21 OF THE 38 CREW PERISHED. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the CHRYSSI (STERN SECTION) wreck located?

The CHRYSSI (STERN SECTION) wreck is located at coordinates 31 10 N,69 30 W.

How deep is the seabed around the CHRYSSI (STERN SECTION)?

The seabed around the CHRYSSI (STERN SECTION) lies at approximately 5200 meters deep.

When did the CHRYSSI (STERN SECTION) sink?

The CHRYSSI (STERN SECTION) sank on Dec 26, 1970.

When was the wreck of the CHRYSSI (STERN SECTION) discovered?

The wreck of the CHRYSSI (STERN SECTION) was discovered in 1970.

What country did the CHRYSSI (STERN SECTION) belong to?

The CHRYSSI (STERN SECTION) belonged to PA.

What cargo was the CHRYSSI (STERN SECTION) carrying?

The CHRYSSI (STERN SECTION) was carrying oil.

What was the tonnage of the CHRYSSI (STERN SECTION)?

The CHRYSSI (STERN SECTION) had a tonnage of 19183 tons.

What type of wreck is the CHRYSSI (STERN SECTION)?

The CHRYSSI (STERN SECTION) is classified as a tanker.

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