Maracaibo Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Maracaibo Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		59 52.97 N,3 33.89 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 59.882833
  • Longitude: 3.564833
Water Depth 285 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MARACAIBO
Type motor vessel
Flag DK
Tonnage 525
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Bottom Texture Mud
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 2005
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details SANK IN 595300N, 033400E. (LLOYDS WAR LOSSES). 22.2.80 22.2.80 NDW PA IN 595300N, 033400E. (US P/O, 16.10.76). NCA. 12.1.05 12.1.05 CHARTED AS NDW PA IN 5952.970N, 0333.890E [WGD]. NC 286.
Last Amended Date Jan 12, 2005

Circumstances of loss

12.12.17 WAS PART OF A CONVOY PROCEEDING FROM THE TYNE AND ON PASSAGE TO HORSENS. ATTACKED AND SUNK BY GERMAN DESTROYERS ON 12.12.17. (LLOYDS WAR LOSSES). SUNK ON 28.11.17. (SCANDINAVIAN WW1 LOSSES).

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FAQ

Where is the MARACAIBO wreck located?

The MARACAIBO wreck is located at coordinates 59 52.97 N,3 33.89 E.

How deep is the seabed around the MARACAIBO?

The seabed around the MARACAIBO lies at approximately 285 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the MARACAIBO discovered?

The wreck of the MARACAIBO was discovered in 1917.

What country did the MARACAIBO belong to?

The MARACAIBO belonged to DK.

What cargo was the MARACAIBO carrying?

The MARACAIBO was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the MARACAIBO?

The MARACAIBO had a tonnage of 525 tons.

What type of wreck is the MARACAIBO?

The MARACAIBO is classified as a motor vessel.

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