Recreo Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Recreo Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		52 45.133 S,73 51.5 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -52.752217
  • Longitude: -73.858333
Water Depth 11 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name RECREO
Type steam ship
Cargo scrap metal,ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 7, 1964
Original Detection Year 1964
Last Detection Year 1983
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Nov 16, 1983

Surveying Details

H577/65 29.1.65 H577/65 29.1.65 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 186 DEGS 1000 MTRS FROM ISLOTE ROCKY IN APPROX 54 FMS. (LLOYDS). INS AS NDW IN 524506S. 735130W. BR STD. H577/65 1.4.65 H577/65 1.4.65 CONFIRMED BY VALPARAISO NM 9/65. H577/65 3.4.68 H577/65 3.4.68 CONFIRMED BY VALPARAISO NM 68/68. H3258/51 23.5.72 H3258/51 23.5.72 SHOWN AS NDW IN POSN 524510S, 735125W ON CHILEAN 1005. NE 1282. H3116/63 2.1.75 H3116/63 2.1.75 SHOWN AS NDW IN POSN 249 DEGS 2.7 MILES FROM ISLA FAIRWAY LT ON CHILEAN 1105. INS ON 631 & 1281. - NM 2396/74. 9.11.83 9.11.83 SHOWN AS NDW IN POSN 524508S, 735130W ON CHILEAN 1106. NW 631.

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE VALPARAISO FOR BUENOS AIRES. (LL).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 52 45.133 S,73 51.5 W
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FAQ

Where is the RECREO wreck located?

The RECREO wreck is located at coordinates 52 45.133 S,73 51.5 W.

How deep is the seabed around the RECREO?

The seabed around the RECREO lies at approximately 11 meters deep.

When did the RECREO sink?

The RECREO sank on Jan 7, 1964.

When was the wreck of the RECREO discovered?

The wreck of the RECREO was discovered in 1964.

What cargo was the RECREO carrying?

The RECREO was carrying scrap metal,ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined.

What type of wreck is the RECREO?

The RECREO is classified as a steam ship.

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