Emerald I Wreck

Field Value
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Emerald i Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		13 41.079 N,121 1.838 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 13.684650
  • Longitude: 121.030633
Wreck Depth 196 m
Water Depth 210 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Lower Low Water
Name EMERALD I
Type roll on-roll off
Flag PH
Length 13.1 m
Width 3.4 m
Draught 0.6
Tonnage 464
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 18, 1991
Bottom Texture Mud
Original Detection Year 1991
Last Detection Year 2023
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details HH552/350/01 3.10.91 RO-RO FERRY SANK IN APPROX 134100N, 1210148E. (MTL JUL '91 [HH100/350/02]) SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 1.2M W OF PINAMUCAN RIVER. (LLOYDS VOL.285). NCA, TOO DEEP AND POSN TOO VAGUE TO CHART. SEP 2015/000280420 23.2.16 SHOWN AS OBSTN 196MTRS IN 1341.079N, 12101.838E [WGD] ON USA (NGA) 91300 [4TH ED, COR 19.12.15]. AMEND TO OBTSN 196MTRS IN REVISED POSN.
Last Amended Date Jun 7, 2023

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE BATANGAS FOR CALAPAN, MIDORO. DEVELOPED LIST & CAPSIZED AFTER ENGINE-ROOM FLOODED DURING TYPHOON AMY. 83 PASSENGERS & 21 CREW SAFE, TWO DEAD & TWO MISSING. (MTL JUL '91, LLOYDS VOL.285).

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FAQ

Where is the EMERALD I wreck located?

The EMERALD I wreck is located at coordinates 13 41.079 N,121 1.838 E.

How deep is the EMERALD I and where exactly is it located?

The EMERALD I lies at a depth of about 196 meters and is located at coordinates 13 41.079 N,121 1.838 E.

How deep is the seabed around the EMERALD I?

The seabed around the EMERALD I lies at approximately 210 meters deep.

When did the EMERALD I sink?

The EMERALD I sank on Jul 18, 1991.

When was the wreck of the EMERALD I discovered?

The wreck of the EMERALD I was discovered in 1991.

What country did the EMERALD I belong to?

The EMERALD I belonged to PH.

What was the tonnage of the EMERALD I?

The EMERALD I had a tonnage of 464 tons.

What type of wreck is the EMERALD I?

The EMERALD I is classified as a roll on-roll off.

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