James Clunies Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
James clunies Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		38 7.322 S,57 31.819 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -38.122033
  • Longitude: -57.530317
Water Depth 5 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name JAMES CLUNIES
Type steam ship
Length 131.4 m
Width 17.1 m
Draught 10.7
Tonnage 7850
Cargo grain
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 21, 1949
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1949
Last Detection Year 2024
Original Source national HO/authority notice to mariners
Last Amended Date Jan 7, 2025

Surveying Details

H1796/50 6.3.50 ST IN 380730S, 573200W. (BUENOS AIRES NM 9/81/49 & 1/1/50). NCA. H410/58 6.1.59 INS IN 380724S, 573142W. NC 531. H1796/50 21.6.63 AMEND TO DW. (BUENOS AIRES NM 102/62). - NM 1273/63. 6.4.76 REPORTED IN 165DEGS, 3220MTRS FROM PUNTA MOGOTES LT. ALSO REPORTED TO BE AGROUND. (ARGENTINE PILOT VOL.II). NC 556. H250 13.7.10 SHOWN IN 3807.325S, 5731.814W [WGD] ON ARGENTINE H250 [EDN 2 DTD 2003, 1:50,000].

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FAQ

Where is the JAMES CLUNIES wreck located?

The JAMES CLUNIES wreck is located at coordinates 38 7.322 S,57 31.819 W.

How deep is the seabed around the JAMES CLUNIES?

The seabed around the JAMES CLUNIES lies at approximately 5 meters deep.

When did the JAMES CLUNIES sink?

The JAMES CLUNIES sank on Apr 21, 1949.

When was the wreck of the JAMES CLUNIES discovered?

The wreck of the JAMES CLUNIES was discovered in 1949.

What cargo was the JAMES CLUNIES carrying?

The JAMES CLUNIES was carrying grain.

What was the tonnage of the JAMES CLUNIES?

The JAMES CLUNIES had a tonnage of 7850 tons.

What type of wreck is the JAMES CLUNIES?

The JAMES CLUNIES is classified as a steam ship.

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