Orri 15 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Orri 15 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
21 28 N,39 9 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 21.466667
  • Longitude: 39.150000
Water Depth 23 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ORRI 15
Type barge
Cargo metal: concentrate and products
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 20, 1976
Original Detection Year 1976
Last Detection Year 2015
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 8.11.76 SANK AT JEDDAH IN 23-28MTRS OF WATER. ATTEMPT TO LOCATE BY DIVER ON 30.10.76 INSUCCESSFUL. (LL, 4.11.76) POSN 212800N, 390900E FOR FILING ONLY. SEP 2016/000164920 31.10.16 NOT SHOWN ON SAUDI ARABIAN 1111. (DTD 23.6.15). AMEND DEAD. CINC.NOT SHOWN ON BA 2577 - CINC REMOVED.
Last Amended Date Oct 30, 2016

Circumstances of loss

4.11.76 SUNK AT JEDDAH WHILE UNLOADING CARGO. (LL, 4.11.76).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 21 28 N,39 9 E
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FAQ

Where is the ORRI 15 wreck located?

The ORRI 15 wreck is located at coordinates 21 28 N,39 9 E.

How deep is the seabed around the ORRI 15?

The seabed around the ORRI 15 lies at approximately 23 meters deep.

When did the ORRI 15 sink?

The ORRI 15 sank on Sep 20, 1976.

When was the wreck of the ORRI 15 discovered?

The wreck of the ORRI 15 was discovered in 1976.

What cargo was the ORRI 15 carrying?

The ORRI 15 was carrying metal: concentrate and products.

What type of wreck is the ORRI 15?

The ORRI 15 is classified as a barge.