Rita Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Rita Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		25 52.1 N,55 48.55 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 25.868333
  • Longitude: 55.809167
Water Depth 22 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name RITA
Type Structure
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 6, 1975
Original Detection Year 1975
Last Detection Year 1976
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Feb 21, 1995

Surveying Details

16.12.75 16.12.75 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 255200N, 554830E APPROX, IN GEN DEPTH 13-14 FMS. (LL 13.12.75). 5.1.76 5.1.76 DIVERS FINDING DIFFICULTY LOCATING WK. (LL 29.12.75). 3.2.76 3.2.76 ALL ENDEAVOURS BY DIVER TO LOCATE PONTOON UNSUCCESSFUL. (LL 3.2.76). 14.8.79 14.8.79 INS AS NDWPA. NC 3737. 21.2.95 21.2.95 WGD POSN 255206N, 554833E. NC 3174.

Circumstances of loss

SANK WHILST UNDER TOW.

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FAQ

Where is the RITA wreck located?

The RITA wreck is located at coordinates 25 52.1 N,55 48.55 E.

How deep is the seabed around the RITA?

The seabed around the RITA lies at approximately 22 meters deep.

When did the RITA sink?

The RITA sank on Dec 6, 1975.

When was the wreck of the RITA discovered?

The wreck of the RITA was discovered in 1975.

What type of wreck is the RITA?

The RITA is classified as a structure.

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