Frio Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Frio Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		21 18 N,84 59 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 21.300000
  • Longitude: -84.983333
Water Depth 4000 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name FRIO
Type carrier
Flag VC
Length 57 m
Width 10.1 m
Draught 3.7
Tonnage 300
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 16, 1987
Original Detection Year 1987
Original Source national HO authority radio navigational warning
Surveying Details H1277/87 4.12.87 SANK IN 211800N, 845900W. (NAVAREA IV 1719/87). NCA.
Last Amended Date Jul 17, 2007

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE MIAMI FOR COLOMBIA. TOOK WATER IN BAD WEATHER AND DEVELOPED 45 DEG LIST. ABANDONED AND SANK 2 DAYS LATER. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the FRIO wreck located?

The FRIO wreck is located at coordinates 21 18 N,84 59 W.

How deep is the seabed around the FRIO?

The seabed around the FRIO lies at approximately 4000 meters deep.

When did the FRIO sink?

The FRIO sank on Nov 16, 1987.

When was the wreck of the FRIO discovered?

The wreck of the FRIO was discovered in 1987.

What country did the FRIO belong to?

The FRIO belonged to VC.

What was the tonnage of the FRIO?

The FRIO had a tonnage of 300 tons.

What type of wreck is the FRIO?

The FRIO is classified as a carrier.

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