Evangelistria Xv Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Evangelistria xv Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		6 24.8 N,3 58 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 6.413333
  • Longitude: 3.966667
Water Depth 10 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name EVANGELISTRIA XV
Type fishing vessel
Flag GR
Length 19.8 m
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 26, 1973
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1973
Last Detection Year 2010
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 3.7.73 REPORTED AGROUND IN 062448N, 035800E APPROX AT LEKKI LAGOON NEAR LAGOS. LATER THOUGHT TO BE 200FT INLAND OF ORIGINAL GROUNDING POSN. (LLOYDS VOL.213). NCA.
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2019

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, EX AMERICAN SHRIMP TRAWLER BUILT 1969, GROUNDED IN BAD WEATHER AND WAS PUSHED CLOSER INSHORE AS WEATHER WORSENED. (LLOYDS VOL.213)

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FAQ

Where is the EVANGELISTRIA XV wreck located?

The EVANGELISTRIA XV wreck is located at coordinates 6 24.8 N,3 58 E.

How deep is the seabed around the EVANGELISTRIA XV?

The seabed around the EVANGELISTRIA XV lies at approximately 10 meters deep.

When did the EVANGELISTRIA XV sink?

The EVANGELISTRIA XV sank on Jun 26, 1973.

When was the wreck of the EVANGELISTRIA XV discovered?

The wreck of the EVANGELISTRIA XV was discovered in 1973.

What country did the EVANGELISTRIA XV belong to?

The EVANGELISTRIA XV belonged to GR.

What type of wreck is the EVANGELISTRIA XV?

The EVANGELISTRIA XV is classified as a fishing vessel.

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