Elobey Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Elobey Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
6 20.5 N,2 26.5 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 6.341667
  • Longitude: 2.441667
Water Depth 12 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ELOBEY
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1920
Last Detection Year 1955
Original Source national HO/authority notice to mariners
Surveying Details H8509/20 29.11.20 WRECK LEAST DEPTH 11.5MTRS IN 062030N, 022630E APPROX OR 600MTRS FROM S EXTREMITY OF WHARF AT KOTONOU. G BUOY MARKING IT HAS DISAPPEARED. (PARIS NM 45/2182/20). NCA. H7973/23 20.11.23 INS WK LEAST DEPTH 6FTMS [11MTRS] ABOUT 180DEGS, 1200YDS FROM KOTONOU F.R LT. (PARIS NM 45/2126/23). BA 1961. H815/51 1.4.55 DELETED. NOT SHOWN ON FRENCH 5981. AMENDED TO DEAD. BA 595.
Last Amended Date Apr 26, 2010
WRECK MAP LOADING ... 6 20.5 N,2 26.5 E
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FAQ

Where is the ELOBEY wreck located?

The ELOBEY wreck is located at coordinates 6 20.5 N,2 26.5 E.

How deep is the seabed around the ELOBEY?

The seabed around the ELOBEY lies at approximately 12 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the ELOBEY discovered?

The wreck of the ELOBEY was discovered in 1920.