Espirito Santo Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Espirito santo Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		38 40.9 N,28 12.15 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 38.681667
  • Longitude: -28.202500
Water Depth 1 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ESPIRITO SANTO
Type ferry
Flag PT
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 13, 1976
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1976
Last Detection Year 2014
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 16.8.76 VESSEL CAPSIZED AND SANK ABOUT 100YARDS FROM VELAS, SAO JORGE. (LL, 27.8.76). NCA, POSN 384054N, 281209W FOR FILING ONLY. 30.7.14 NO SHOWN ON BA 1956 OR PT ENC. AMEND DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Jul 30, 2014

Circumstances of loss

16.8.76 VESSEL REPORTED FOUNDERED ABOUT 100YDS FROM VELAS, SAO JORGE WHILE ON PASSAGE FROM ANOTHER AZORES ISLAND. AT LEAST 12 OF 70 PEOPLE ON BOARD. (LL, 16.8.76).

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FAQ

Where is the ESPIRITO SANTO wreck located?

The ESPIRITO SANTO wreck is located at coordinates 38 40.9 N,28 12.15 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ESPIRITO SANTO?

The seabed around the ESPIRITO SANTO lies at approximately 1 meter deep.

When did the ESPIRITO SANTO sink?

The ESPIRITO SANTO sank on Aug 13, 1976.

When was the wreck of the ESPIRITO SANTO discovered?

The wreck of the ESPIRITO SANTO was discovered in 1976.

What country did the ESPIRITO SANTO belong to?

The ESPIRITO SANTO belonged to PT.

What type of wreck is the ESPIRITO SANTO?

The ESPIRITO SANTO is classified as a ferry.

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