Makasa (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Makasa (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 13.938 N,3 53.988 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.232300
  • Longitude: -3.899800
Water Depth 11 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MAKASA (POSSIBLY)
Type steam ship
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1992
Last Detection Year 2014
Original Source diver
Last Amended Date Oct 23, 2020

Surveying Details

HH100/351/05 16.4.92 WK OF SMALL STEAM YACHT LOCATED AND DIVED ON IN WOODY BAY IN 511354.5N, 035355W POSN BY DECCA. NOT MUCH WRECKAGE REMAINS AND NOT EASY TO FIND. (J HEWITT 20.3.92). INS AS NDWPA. BR STD. 24.6.96 POSSIBLY A VESSEL NAMED 'MAKASA'. HAS BEEN DIVED IN POOR CONDITIONS. APPEARS TO BE A ?STEAM TRAWLER BUT NOT POSSIBLE TO EXAMINE CLOSELY DURING DIVE. (D LITTLE, TELECON 24.6.96). SEP 2015/000250066 2.12.15 NOT LOCATED IN M/B DATASET. (DS40, CEFAS SURVEY 2014). AMEND DEAD. SEP 2020/000233025 19.4.20 NOT LOCATED IN M/B DATASET 2020 (HI1506, CLINTON MARINE SURVEY AB). NFA

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FAQ

Where is the MAKASA (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The MAKASA (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 51 13.938 N,3 53.988 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MAKASA (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the MAKASA (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 11 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the MAKASA (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the MAKASA (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1992.

What type of wreck is the MAKASA (POSSIBLY)?

The MAKASA (POSSIBLY) is classified as a steam ship.

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