Koko Head Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Koko head Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		53 11 N,128 40 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.183333
  • Longitude: -128.666667
Water Depth 10 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name KOKO HEAD
Type barge
Flag US
Tonnage 3863
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo machinery and mechanical parts,general and mixed goods,vehicles
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 18, 1975
Original Detection Year 1975
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Feb 18, 2009

Surveying Details

10.11.75 10.11.75 STRUCK A SUBMERGED OBJECT 350M N OF VICTORIA, B.C. HULL PUNCTURED, BARGE CAPSIZED & SANK NEAR BUTEDALE. (LL, 21.10.75 & 8.11.75). POSN APPROX 531100N, 1284000W FOR FILING ONLY.

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1967. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY NORTHLAND MARINE LINES INC. CAPSIZED & SANK NEAR BUTEDALE, AFTER STRIKING A SUBMERGED OBJECT, WHILE UNDER TOW FROM SEATTLE TO NOME, ALASKA. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the KOKO HEAD wreck located?

The KOKO HEAD wreck is located at coordinates 53 11 N,128 40 W.

How deep is the seabed around the KOKO HEAD?

The seabed around the KOKO HEAD lies at approximately 10 meters deep.

When did the KOKO HEAD sink?

The KOKO HEAD sank on Aug 18, 1975.

When was the wreck of the KOKO HEAD discovered?

The wreck of the KOKO HEAD was discovered in 1975.

What country did the KOKO HEAD belong to?

The KOKO HEAD belonged to US.

What cargo was the KOKO HEAD carrying?

The KOKO HEAD was carrying machinery and mechanical parts,general and mixed goods,vehicles.

What was the tonnage of the KOKO HEAD?

The KOKO HEAD had a tonnage of 3863 tons.

What type of wreck is the KOKO HEAD?

The KOKO HEAD is classified as a barge.

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