Metomkin Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Metomkin Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		6 58.5 N,158 20.083 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 6.975000
  • Longitude: 158.334717
Water Depth 0 m
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name METOMKIN
Type motor vessel
Flag US
Tonnage 560
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1970
Last Detection Year 1986
Original Source ship visit/hydrographic note report
Surveying Details H4327/69 22.10.70 H4327/69 ST (CONSPIC) IN 065830N, 1582005E. (MS KWANGTUNG, HN DTD 22.10.70). - NM 1861/70. 3.12.86 3.12.86 NOT SHOWN ON US 81345 [1986]. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Nov 20, 2007

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1944. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY THE US DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR.

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FAQ

Where is the METOMKIN wreck located?

The METOMKIN wreck is located at coordinates 6 58.5 N,158 20.083 E.

When was the wreck of the METOMKIN discovered?

The wreck of the METOMKIN was discovered in 1970.

What country did the METOMKIN belong to?

The METOMKIN belonged to US.

What was the tonnage of the METOMKIN?

The METOMKIN had a tonnage of 560 tons.

What type of wreck is the METOMKIN?

The METOMKIN is classified as a motor vessel.

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