Gean Bart 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
Gean bart Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
22 10.5 N,16 51 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 22.175000
  • Longitude: -16.850000
Water Depth 10 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name GEAN BART
Type cruiser (merchant)
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1911
Last Detection Year 1928
Original Source national HO/authority notice to mariners
Surveying Details H949/12 28.2.12 H949/12 28.2.12 ST IN 221030N, 165300W APPROX AT THE N END OF VIRGINA ROCK TO SW OF THE GALHA HOOK, LOWER MAST & FUNNELS ARE STILL STANDING. (BERLIN NM 8/439/12). INS 'WRECK' AGAINST VIRGINIA ROCK ON BA 1230. H8379/27 20.12.27 H8379/27 20.12.27 'WRECK' INSERTED IN 221030N, 165100W AGAINST VIRGINIA ROCK. (BERLIN NM 439/1911). NE 1230. H8379/27 29.2.28 H8379/27 29.2.28 NOT SHOWN ON SPANISH 980 [REC'D FEB 1928]. AMENDED TO DEAD. NE 1230.
Last Amended Date Apr 5, 2012

Circumstances of loss

STRANDED.

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 22 10.5 N,16 51 W
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FAQ

Where is the GEAN BART wreck located?

The GEAN BART wreck is located at coordinates 22 10.5 N,16 51 W.

How deep is the seabed around the GEAN BART?

The seabed around the GEAN BART lies at approximately 10 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the GEAN BART discovered?

The wreck of the GEAN BART was discovered in 1911.

What type of wreck is the GEAN BART?

The GEAN BART is classified as a cruiser (merchant).