Dumaguete J. Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Dumaguete j. Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		7 5 N,122 38 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 7.083333
  • Longitude: 122.633333
Water Depth 450 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Low Water Springs
Name DUMAGUETE J.
Type ferry
Tonnage 245
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo personnel,grain
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 10, 1968
Original Detection Year 1968
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H2112/60 13.3.69 VESSEL REPORTED WRECKED IN 070500N, 1223800E APPROX IN 246FMS [450MTRS]. ANY ATTEMPTS TO SALVE THOUGHT TO BE FRUITLESS. (LLOYDS VOL.194) NCA.
Last Amended Date Nov 3, 2000

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, WHILST EN-ROUTE COTABATO TO ZAMBOANGA, SANK BETWEEN OLUTANGA AND MALANIPA, SIBUGUEY BAY AFTER SPRINGING A LEAK IN ROUGH WEATHER. OVER 150 LIVES BELIEVED LOST, 312 RESCUED. (LLOYDS VOL.194).

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FAQ

Where is the DUMAGUETE J. wreck located?

The DUMAGUETE J. wreck is located at coordinates 7 5 N,122 38 E.

How deep is the seabed around the DUMAGUETE J.?

The seabed around the DUMAGUETE J. lies at approximately 450 meters deep.

When did the DUMAGUETE J. sink?

The DUMAGUETE J. sank on Oct 10, 1968.

When was the wreck of the DUMAGUETE J. discovered?

The wreck of the DUMAGUETE J. was discovered in 1968.

What cargo was the DUMAGUETE J. carrying?

The DUMAGUETE J. was carrying personnel,grain.

What was the tonnage of the DUMAGUETE J.?

The DUMAGUETE J. had a tonnage of 245 tons.

What type of wreck is the DUMAGUETE J.?

The DUMAGUETE J. is classified as a ferry.

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