Ovalau Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Ovalau Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		17 15.1 S,178 12 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -17.251667
  • Longitude: 178.200000
Wreck Depth 8 m
Water Depth 15 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name OVALAU
Type ferry
Flag FJ
Length 60.1 m
Width 11.4 m
Draught 2.7
Tonnage 941
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 2003
Last Detection Year 2003
Original Source national HO authority radio navigational warning
Markers BUOYED
Surveying Details HH586/530/03 8.9.03 SANK IN 1751.1S, 17812.3E [FIJI 1956]. POSN IS MARKED BY BUOYS. (FIJI COASTAL NAV WARNING 34/03). INS AS DW (BUOYED). - NM 4432/03. 4.12.04 NOW WK 8MTRS IN 1715.1S, 17812.0E [WGD]. (FIJIIAN HO, FAX DTD 4.12.03). - NM 476/04.
Last Amended Date Jan 23, 2013

Circumstances of loss

EX-UWAJIMA '83. BUILT IN 1969 BY HASHIHAMA ZOSEN, IMABARI. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY PATTERSON BROS SHIPPING, SUVA. TWIN 6 CYLINDER OIL ENGINES OF 2400HP TOTAL. TWIN SHAFT. CAPACITY 560 PASSENGERS. (LR).

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FAQ

Where is the OVALAU wreck located?

The OVALAU wreck is located at coordinates 17 15.1 S,178 12 E.

How deep is the OVALAU and where exactly is it located?

The OVALAU lies at a depth of about 8 meters and is located at coordinates 17 15.1 S,178 12 E.

How deep is the seabed around the OVALAU?

The seabed around the OVALAU lies at approximately 15 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the OVALAU discovered?

The wreck of the OVALAU was discovered in 2003.

What country did the OVALAU belong to?

The OVALAU belonged to FJ.

What was the tonnage of the OVALAU?

The OVALAU had a tonnage of 941 tons.

What type of wreck is the OVALAU?

The OVALAU is classified as a ferry.

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