Clan Monroe Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Clan monroe Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		34 8.75 S,18 19.167 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -34.145833
  • Longitude: 18.319450
Water Depth 5 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CLAN MONROE
Type carrier
Flag GB
Length 122 m
Width 15.3 m
Draught 8.5
Tonnage 4853
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 2, 1905
Bottom Texture Rock
Original Detection Year 1905
Original Source other
Surveying Details 25.9.72 25.9.72 WK IN 340845S, 181910E APPROX, OFF SLANGKOP POINT, CAPE OF GOOD HOPE. (DODS). NCA, POSN FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date May 25, 2010

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1897 BY W.DOXFORD & SONS WITH TRIPLE-EXPANSION ENGINES OF 413NHP. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY CAYZER, IRVINE & CO. PASSAGE LIVERPOOL FOR DELAGOA BAY. WRECKED OFF SLANGKOP POINT, CAPE OF GOOD HOPE. (DODS)

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 34 8.75 S,18 19.167 E
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FAQ

Where is the CLAN MONROE wreck located?

The CLAN MONROE wreck is located at coordinates 34 8.75 S,18 19.167 E.

How deep is the seabed around the CLAN MONROE?

The seabed around the CLAN MONROE lies at approximately 5 meters deep.

When did the CLAN MONROE sink?

The CLAN MONROE sank on Jul 2, 1905.

When was the wreck of the CLAN MONROE discovered?

The wreck of the CLAN MONROE was discovered in 1905.

What country did the CLAN MONROE belong to?

The CLAN MONROE belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the CLAN MONROE?

The CLAN MONROE had a tonnage of 4853 tons.

What type of wreck is the CLAN MONROE?

The CLAN MONROE is classified as a carrier.

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