Mount Navigator Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status lifted
Mount navigator Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
35 8 N,129 9 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 35.133333
  • Longitude: 129.150000
Water Depth 11 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MOUNT NAVIGATOR
Type steam ship
Flag US
Cargo grain
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 20, 1976
Bottom Texture Rock
Original Detection Year 1976
Last Detection Year 1976
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 24.8.76 24.8.76 RAN AGROUND IN 350800N 1290900E. (LL, 23.8.76) NCA YET, AWAIT FURTHER. 3.9.76 3.9.76 REFLOATED 31.8.76. (LLOYDS VOL.225). AMENDED TO LIFT.
Last Amended Date Feb 5, 2010

Circumstances of loss

23.8.76 PASSAGE ASTORIA FOR SOUTH KOREA. RAN AGROUND IN SUYEONG BAY VICINITY OF BUSAN OUTER HARBOUR, WITH FOREPEAK TANK LEAKING. (LL, 23.8.76)

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FAQ

Where is the MOUNT NAVIGATOR wreck located?

The MOUNT NAVIGATOR wreck is located at coordinates 35 8 N,129 9 E.

How deep is the seabed around the MOUNT NAVIGATOR?

The seabed around the MOUNT NAVIGATOR lies at approximately 11 meters deep.

When did the MOUNT NAVIGATOR sink?

The MOUNT NAVIGATOR sank on Aug 20, 1976.

When was the wreck of the MOUNT NAVIGATOR discovered?

The wreck of the MOUNT NAVIGATOR was discovered in 1976.

What country did the MOUNT NAVIGATOR belong to?

The MOUNT NAVIGATOR belonged to US.

What cargo was the MOUNT NAVIGATOR carrying?

The MOUNT NAVIGATOR was carrying grain.

What type of wreck is the MOUNT NAVIGATOR?

The MOUNT NAVIGATOR is classified as a steam ship.