Morro 1 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Morro 1 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		23 0 N,70 25 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 23.000000
  • Longitude: -70.416667
Water Depth 5000 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MORRO 1
Type fishing vessel
Flag CL
Length 31 m
Width 7.4 m
Draught 4
Tonnage 219
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 30, 1978
Original Detection Year 1978
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 5.9.78 WK IN 230000N, 702500W, PD. (LL, 6.9.78). NCA, POSN FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Aug 23, 2010

Circumstances of loss

29.9.78 SPRANG A LEAK ON 29.9.78, WAS ABANDONED & SANK. (LL VOL. 233)

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 23 0 N,70 25 W
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FAQ

Where is the MORRO 1 wreck located?

The MORRO 1 wreck is located at coordinates 23 0 N,70 25 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MORRO 1?

The seabed around the MORRO 1 lies at approximately 5000 meters deep.

When did the MORRO 1 sink?

The MORRO 1 sank on Sep 30, 1978.

When was the wreck of the MORRO 1 discovered?

The wreck of the MORRO 1 was discovered in 1978.

What country did the MORRO 1 belong to?

The MORRO 1 belonged to CL.

What was the tonnage of the MORRO 1?

The MORRO 1 had a tonnage of 219 tons.

What type of wreck is the MORRO 1?

The MORRO 1 is classified as a fishing vessel.

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