Salem Twelve Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Salem twelve Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		20 10.7 N,64 5.8 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 20.178333
  • Longitude: 64.096667
Water Depth 3100 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Sea Level
Name SALEM TWELVE
Type carrier
Flag EG
Length 139.3 m
Width 21 m
Draught 7.9
Tonnage 9030
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 11, 1994
Original Detection Year 1994
Last Detection Year 1994
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details HH500/400/02 23.9.94 SANK IN 150000N, 580000E IN HIGH SEAS. (LL 23.8.94). HH500/400/02 23.9.94 TWO SURVIVORS PICKED UP IN 201042N, 640548E. (LL 31.8.94). NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Jan 18, 2000

Circumstances of loss

SANK IN HIGH SEAS. TWO CREW PICKED UP, FOUR MISSING.

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FAQ

Where is the SALEM TWELVE wreck located?

The SALEM TWELVE wreck is located at coordinates 20 10.7 N,64 5.8 E.

How deep is the seabed around the SALEM TWELVE?

The seabed around the SALEM TWELVE lies at approximately 3100 meters deep.

When did the SALEM TWELVE sink?

The SALEM TWELVE sank on Aug 11, 1994.

When was the wreck of the SALEM TWELVE discovered?

The wreck of the SALEM TWELVE was discovered in 1994.

What country did the SALEM TWELVE belong to?

The SALEM TWELVE belonged to EG.

What was the tonnage of the SALEM TWELVE?

The SALEM TWELVE had a tonnage of 9030 tons.

What type of wreck is the SALEM TWELVE?

The SALEM TWELVE is classified as a carrier.

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