Slemmestad Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Slemmestad Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		6 45.667 S,39 18.867 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -6.761117
  • Longitude: 39.314450
Water Depth 4 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SLEMMESTAD
Type motor vessel
Cargo cement
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1951
Last Detection Year 1970
Original Source ship visit/hydrographic note report
Last Amended Date Jun 16, 2003

Surveying Details

H2944/51 1.6.51 H2944/51 1.6.51 ST, BURNT-OUT SHELL, ON E EDGE OF DAPHNE REEF, IN 064540S, 391850E, OR 330DEGS, 2.43M FROM OUTER MAKATUMBE LTHO [064800S, 392000E]. (E AFRICAN RAILWAYS & HBS HN DTD 11.5.51) H2944/51 23.2.70 H2944/51 23.2.70 ST NO LONGER VISIBLE. (SS WAIPARA HN 1/70 DTD 21.1.70) DELETE. AMENDED TO DEAD. - NM 384/70. H2309/70 23.2.70 H2309/70 23.2.70 CONFIRMATION OF ABOVE. (MV BORDEN CASTLE HN DTD 5.2.70) NFA.

Circumstances of loss

GROUNDED FOLLOWING A FIRE.

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FAQ

Where is the SLEMMESTAD wreck located?

The SLEMMESTAD wreck is located at coordinates 6 45.667 S,39 18.867 E.

How deep is the seabed around the SLEMMESTAD?

The seabed around the SLEMMESTAD lies at approximately 4 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the SLEMMESTAD discovered?

The wreck of the SLEMMESTAD was discovered in 1951.

What cargo was the SLEMMESTAD carrying?

The SLEMMESTAD was carrying cement.

What type of wreck is the SLEMMESTAD?

The SLEMMESTAD is classified as a motor vessel.

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