Port Bougenville Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Port bougenville Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		18 33 N,64 45 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 18.550000
  • Longitude: -64.750000
Water Depth 55 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name PORT BOUGENVILLE
Type sailing vessel
Flag GB
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 13, 1983
Original Detection Year 1983
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H4817/80 30.7.84 SANK IN 183300N, 644500W IN 30FMS. (LL 15.3.84). INS AS NDWPA. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Aug 14, 1984

Circumstances of loss

CAUGHT FIRE. COAST GUARD ATTEMPTED TO TOW VESSEL BUT WAS UNABLE TO CONTROL BLAZE. TOWED OUT TO SEA AND ALLOWED TO SINK. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the PORT BOUGENVILLE wreck located?

The PORT BOUGENVILLE wreck is located at coordinates 18 33 N,64 45 W.

How deep is the seabed around the PORT BOUGENVILLE?

The seabed around the PORT BOUGENVILLE lies at approximately 55 meters deep.

When did the PORT BOUGENVILLE sink?

The PORT BOUGENVILLE sank on Mar 13, 1983.

When was the wreck of the PORT BOUGENVILLE discovered?

The wreck of the PORT BOUGENVILLE was discovered in 1983.

What country did the PORT BOUGENVILLE belong to?

The PORT BOUGENVILLE belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the PORT BOUGENVILLE?

The PORT BOUGENVILLE is classified as a sailing vessel.

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