Marathon Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Marathon Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		21 12.2 N,73 0.4 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 21.203333
  • Longitude: -73.006667
Water Depth 1 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MARATHON
Type tug
Flag US
Length 25.9 m
Width 7 m
Draught 3
Tonnage 143
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 18, 1969
Original Detection Year 1969
Last Detection Year 2019
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details REPORTED AS GROUNDED ON BOULDERS, SUBMERGED TO FORECASTLE WITH 45DEGS LIST, WITH TOW, NEAR DOGHEAD POINT, GREAT INAGUA ISLAND IN 211212N, 730000W APPROX. (LL 195). SEE ALSO [53898]. H3346/64 4.11.69 ENQUIRIES BEING MADE LOCALLY. (RNO SIGNAL DTD 29.10.69) NCA. 27.2.06 POSN AMENDED TO 2112.2N, 7300.4W. NCA.
Last Amended Date Nov 11, 2019

Circumstances of loss

GROUNDED WHILST TOWING BARGE 'COPPEDGE NO 4' NEAR DOGHEAD POINT, GREAT INAGUA ISLAND. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the MARATHON wreck located?

The MARATHON wreck is located at coordinates 21 12.2 N,73 0.4 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MARATHON?

The seabed around the MARATHON lies at approximately 1 meter deep.

When did the MARATHON sink?

The MARATHON sank on Jan 18, 1969.

When was the wreck of the MARATHON discovered?

The wreck of the MARATHON was discovered in 1969.

What country did the MARATHON belong to?

The MARATHON belonged to US.

What was the tonnage of the MARATHON?

The MARATHON had a tonnage of 143 tons.

What type of wreck is the MARATHON?

The MARATHON is classified as a tug.

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