Ruth Shaw (1939) Wreck

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Ruth shaw (1939) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		40 29.000 N,73 45.000 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 40.483330
  • Longitude: -73.750000
Reported Year 1939
Name RUTH SHAW (1939)
Type barge
Length 61 m
Width 7.3 m
Tonnage 485
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo rip-rap stone
Date Sunk Nov 10, 1939

Circumstances of loss

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General Comments

Year Built: 1916, Crew: 3, Lives Lost: 0, Misc Information: #166268; Hydro #193

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Where is the RUTH SHAW (1939) wreck located?

The RUTH SHAW (1939) wreck is located at coordinates 40 29.000 N,73 45.000 W.

When did the RUTH SHAW (1939) sink?

The RUTH SHAW (1939) sank on Nov 10, 1939.

What cargo was the RUTH SHAW (1939) carrying?

The RUTH SHAW (1939) was carrying rip-rap stone.

What was the tonnage of the RUTH SHAW (1939)?

The RUTH SHAW (1939) had a tonnage of 485 tons.

What type of wreck is the RUTH SHAW (1939)?

The RUTH SHAW (1939) is classified as a barge.

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