Maria (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Maria (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		30 48.3 N,18 5.4 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 30.805000
  • Longitude: 18.090000
Water Depth 0 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MARIA (POSSIBLY)
Type Wooden Vessel
Conspic Visual visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1950
Last Detection Year 1988
Original Source ship visit/hydrographic note report
Last Amended Date Mar 19, 2003

Surveying Details

H4725/49 7.11.50 H4725/49 7.11.50 WOODEN WK, WITH ONE MAST, STRANDED CLOSE OFF-SHORE IN POSN 104 DEG, 1760YDS FROM POINT CLOSE NW OF THE MOUTH OF WADI BEN GAUWAD. PART OF HULL AND RIBS SHOW. POSN DETAILS TAKEN FROM AIR PHOTO. (NO1 GHQ RECCE TEAM, HN DTD 24.10.50). NAME 'MARIA' ENTERED IN PENCIL ON ORIGINAL CARD. INS AS ST. BR STD. 31.5.77 31.5.77 NOT SHOWN ON US 56190 [1977]. H2947/75 4.2.88 H2947/75 4.2.88 WK IN 304900N, 180500E, APPROX, IS CONSPIC AND VISIBLE FROM ABOUT 29 MILES. (LANCASHIRE BIBBY LINE, HN 22.10.87). AMENDED TO CONSPIC. BR STD.

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FAQ

Where is the MARIA (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The MARIA (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 30 48.3 N,18 5.4 E.

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

The wreck of the MARIA (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1950.

What type of wreck is the MARIA (POSSIBLY)?

The MARIA (POSSIBLY) is classified as a wooden vessel.

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