Leander Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Leander Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		12 1.5 N,61 46.75 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 12.025000
  • Longitude: -61.779167
Water Depth 16 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name LEANDER
Type yacht
Tonnage 20
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1954
Last Detection Year 2016
Original Source naval vessel
Last Amended Date Jul 9, 2017

Surveying Details

H08065/53 27.1.54 WK OF YACHT IN 120130N, 614645W, SURVEYED WITH VIEW TO SALVAGE, BUT COST PROHIBITIVE. (HMS VERYAN BAY). H2742/59 6.7.59 WK REPORTED TO NOW LIE UPTURNED & DISMASTED IN 8FMS TO SW OF REEF. NO DANGER TO VESSELS USING INSHORE CHANNEL. (HMS VIDAL, ROS DTD 20.3.59). NCA. 21.6.93 INS AS NDW(PA) IN 120130N, 614645W. NC 799. SEP 2016/000222739 12.3.17 NOT LOCATED BY M/B SURVEY 2016. (UKHO SURVEY TEAM, HI 1527). AMEND DEAD.

Circumstances of loss

LEAD KEELED YACHT. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY MRS BERNARD OF ST LUCIA.

General Comments

LEAD KEEL, INVERTED, DISMASTED

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FAQ

Where is the LEANDER wreck located?

The LEANDER wreck is located at coordinates 12 1.5 N,61 46.75 W.

How deep is the seabed around the LEANDER?

The seabed around the LEANDER lies at approximately 16 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the LEANDER discovered?

The wreck of the LEANDER was discovered in 1954.

What was the tonnage of the LEANDER?

The LEANDER had a tonnage of 20 tons.

What type of wreck is the LEANDER?

The LEANDER is classified as a yacht.

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