Kapie Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Kapie Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 50 N,4 31.5 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.833333
  • Longitude: 4.525000
Water Depth 2 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name KAPIE
Type inshore vessel
Flag NL
Tonnage 958
Cargo minerals
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 3, 1977
Original Detection Year 1977
Last Detection Year 2007
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Feb 11, 2010

Surveying Details

19.9.77 19.9.77 SANK IN THE OUDE MAAS NEAR BARENDRECHT. AFT SECTION LYING IN THE CHANNEL, THE FORE SECTION OUTSIDE. (LL, 17.9.77). POSN 515000N, 043130E FOR FILING ONLY, NCA. 12.4.07 12.4.07 DATA REASSESSED. NOT SHOWN ON NETHERLANDS 133 [INT 1476]. AMENDED TO DEAD. NCA.

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE KREFELD FOR MAASSLUIS. BROKE IN TWO & SANK IN THE OUDE MAAS NEAR BARENDRECHTSE. 2 MEMBERS OF CREW RECOVERED. (LLOYDS VOL.229)

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FAQ

Where is the KAPIE wreck located?

The KAPIE wreck is located at coordinates 51 50 N,4 31.5 E.

How deep is the seabed around the KAPIE?

The seabed around the KAPIE lies at approximately 2 meters deep.

When did the KAPIE sink?

The KAPIE sank on Sep 3, 1977.

When was the wreck of the KAPIE discovered?

The wreck of the KAPIE was discovered in 1977.

What country did the KAPIE belong to?

The KAPIE belonged to NL.

What cargo was the KAPIE carrying?

The KAPIE was carrying minerals.

What was the tonnage of the KAPIE?

The KAPIE had a tonnage of 958 tons.

What type of wreck is the KAPIE?

The KAPIE is classified as a inshore vessel.

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