Opalia Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status lifted
Opalia Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
29 52.2 N,32 33 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 29.870000
  • Longitude: 32.550000
Water Depth 23 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name OPALIA
Type tanker
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1957
Last Detection Year 1958
Original Source other
Surveying Details H3772/57 1.8.57 SALVAGE WORK ON VISIBLE WRECK IN 295212N, 323300E. (CITY OF RIPON & C IN C MED). NCA, POSN FOR FILING ONLY. H3772/57 1.8.57 WRECK IS COMPLETELY CAPSIZED. (C IN C MED). NCA. H3772/57 6.1.58 SALVAGE OPERATIONS IN HAND, POSN LIABLE TO ALTER. (NAVEAN 6183). NCA. H3772/57 25.2.58 WRECK HAS BEEN REMOVED. (NAVEAN 6207 & US NM 441/58). NCA. H3772/57 16.4.58 REPEAT OF ABOVE. NOT CHARTED. (PARIS NM 58.06.39). AMENDED TO LIFT.
Last Amended Date Mar 3, 2010
WRECK MAP LOADING ... 29 52.2 N,32 33 E
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FAQ

Where is the OPALIA wreck located?

The OPALIA wreck is located at coordinates 29 52.2 N,32 33 E.

How deep is the seabed around the OPALIA?

The seabed around the OPALIA lies at approximately 23 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the OPALIA discovered?

The wreck of the OPALIA was discovered in 1957.

What type of wreck is the OPALIA?

The OPALIA is classified as a tanker.