Nam Sanh Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Nam sanh Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		15 39 N,108 30 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 15.650000
  • Longitude: 108.500000
Water Depth 1 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name NAM SANH
Type steam ship
Flag VN
Length 46.3 m
Width 8.2 m
Draught 5.2
Tonnage 554
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods,granular or powdery material,grain
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 30, 1971
Original Detection Year 1971
Last Detection Year 1972
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 29.11.71 VESSEL AGROUND IN 153900N 1083000E APPROX. (LL 206). NCA. 3.2.72 VESSEL AGRUOND IN CHULAI HARBOUR. ALL EQUIPMENT STOLEN, CONSIDERED A TOTAL LOSS. (LL 207). NCA.
Last Amended Date Feb 6, 2006

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1945 BY AILSA SHIPBUILDING CO LTD, TROON. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY HONG PHAT HANG. RAN AGROUND IN CHULIA HARBOUR DUE TO TYPHOON 'HESTER'. UNABLE TO BE REFLOATED, ABANDONDED AS CTL. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the NAM SANH wreck located?

The NAM SANH wreck is located at coordinates 15 39 N,108 30 E.

How deep is the seabed around the NAM SANH?

The seabed around the NAM SANH lies at approximately 1 meter deep.

When did the NAM SANH sink?

The NAM SANH sank on Oct 30, 1971.

When was the wreck of the NAM SANH discovered?

The wreck of the NAM SANH was discovered in 1971.

What country did the NAM SANH belong to?

The NAM SANH belonged to VN.

What cargo was the NAM SANH carrying?

The NAM SANH was carrying general and mixed goods,granular or powdery material,grain.

What was the tonnage of the NAM SANH?

The NAM SANH had a tonnage of 554 tons.

What type of wreck is the NAM SANH?

The NAM SANH is classified as a steam ship.

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