Henrietta Frances Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Henrietta frances Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		19 17 N,81 28 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 19.283333
  • Longitude: -81.466667
Water Depth 1315 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HENRIETTA FRANCES
Type motor vessel
Flag HN
Length 31.1 m
Tonnage 105
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 9, 1978
Original Detection Year 1978
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Jul 21, 2004

Surveying Details

H2771/69 6.10.78 FREIGHTER REPD SINKING IN 191700N, 812800W APPROX, 4M W OF GEORGE TOWN, GRAND CAYMAN IS. IN OVER 150FMS. (DHAMTC/WASHINGTON 190430Z SEP). NCA. 23.10.78 REPEAT OF ABOVE. (LL 20.10.78). NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.

Circumstances of loss

ABANDONED IN SINKING CONDITION 4M W OF GEORGE TOWN, GRAND CAYMAN. (LL).

General Comments

WOODEN HULL

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FAQ

Where is the HENRIETTA FRANCES wreck located?

The HENRIETTA FRANCES wreck is located at coordinates 19 17 N,81 28 W.

How deep is the seabed around the HENRIETTA FRANCES?

The seabed around the HENRIETTA FRANCES lies at approximately 1315 meters deep.

When did the HENRIETTA FRANCES sink?

The HENRIETTA FRANCES sank on Jun 9, 1978.

When was the wreck of the HENRIETTA FRANCES discovered?

The wreck of the HENRIETTA FRANCES was discovered in 1978.

What country did the HENRIETTA FRANCES belong to?

The HENRIETTA FRANCES belonged to HN.

What was the tonnage of the HENRIETTA FRANCES?

The HENRIETTA FRANCES had a tonnage of 105 tons.

What type of wreck is the HENRIETTA FRANCES?

The HENRIETTA FRANCES is classified as a motor vessel.

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