Oceana Point Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Oceana point Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		32 42 S,18 5 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -32.700000
  • Longitude: 18.083333
Water Depth 17 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name OCEANA POINT
Type fishing vessel
Flag ZA
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 2, 1974
Original Detection Year 1974
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 8.5.74 8.5.74 WRECK IN 324200S, 180500E APPROX, IN THE ST HELENA BAY AREA. (LL VOL.216). NCA, POSN FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Jun 14, 2010

Circumstances of loss

LOST ON THE FIRST NIGHT OF THE SOUTH AFRICAN FISHING SEASON IN HEAVY WEATHER WITH AN UNUSUALLY LARGE CATCH. ALL CREW WERE SAFELY RESCUED. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY SANDY POINT CANNING CO. (LL VOL.216)

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FAQ

Where is the OCEANA POINT wreck located?

The OCEANA POINT wreck is located at coordinates 32 42 S,18 5 E.

How deep is the seabed around the OCEANA POINT?

The seabed around the OCEANA POINT lies at approximately 17 meters deep.

When did the OCEANA POINT sink?

The OCEANA POINT sank on Jan 2, 1974.

When was the wreck of the OCEANA POINT discovered?

The wreck of the OCEANA POINT was discovered in 1974.

What country did the OCEANA POINT belong to?

The OCEANA POINT belonged to ZA.

What type of wreck is the OCEANA POINT?

The OCEANA POINT is classified as a fishing vessel.

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