Snapper 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
Snapper Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		28 49.167 S,32 4.967 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -28.819450
  • Longitude: 32.082783
Water Depth 2 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SNAPPER
Type fishing vessel
Tonnage 150
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 17, 1968
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1969
Last Detection Year 1972
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Feb 9, 2010

Surveying Details

H4584/59 6.2.69 H4584/59 6.2.69 ST IN 284910S, 320458E 3M S OF RICHARDS BAY. STUCK ON A LARGE SANDBANK IN 260-080DEGS. (LL 195). - NM 369/69. H4584/59 9.6.69 H4584/59 9.6.69 DISPERSED. DELETED. (SOUTH AFRICAN NM 28/69). BR STD. H4584/59 8.2.72 H4584/59 8.2.72 NO TRACE REMAINS. DELETED. (SA NM & LTR FROM SAN HYDRO, DTD 5.1.72). AMENDED TO DEAD. - NM 306/72.

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FAQ

Where is the SNAPPER wreck located?

The SNAPPER wreck is located at coordinates 28 49.167 S,32 4.967 E.

How deep is the seabed around the SNAPPER?

The seabed around the SNAPPER lies at approximately 2 meters deep.

When did the SNAPPER sink?

The SNAPPER sank on Oct 17, 1968.

When was the wreck of the SNAPPER discovered?

The wreck of the SNAPPER was discovered in 1969.

What was the tonnage of the SNAPPER?

The SNAPPER had a tonnage of 150 tons.

What type of wreck is the SNAPPER?

The SNAPPER is classified as a fishing vessel.

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