Sofia L Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Sofia l Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		34 15 N,35 39 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 34.250000
  • Longitude: 35.650000
Water Depth 10 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SOFIA L
Type motor vessel
Flag CY
Tonnage 176
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 3, 1979
Original Detection Year 1979
Last Detection Year 1979
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 5.1.79 VESSEL SANK IN 341500N, 353900E APPROX. (LL). NCA. 11.7.79 VESSEL IS STILL ON THE ROCKS, OWNERS DO NOT INTEND TO REFLOAT HER. (LL 28.7.79). NCA.
Last Amended Date Feb 17, 2003

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE JOUNIEH FOR LIMASSOL. RAN AGROUND IN HEAVY WEATHER AT ENTEH, 15M SOUTH OF TRIPOLI, LEBANON. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the SOFIA L wreck located?

The SOFIA L wreck is located at coordinates 34 15 N,35 39 E.

How deep is the seabed around the SOFIA L?

The seabed around the SOFIA L lies at approximately 10 meters deep.

When did the SOFIA L sink?

The SOFIA L sank on Jan 3, 1979.

When was the wreck of the SOFIA L discovered?

The wreck of the SOFIA L was discovered in 1979.

What country did the SOFIA L belong to?

The SOFIA L belonged to CY.

What cargo was the SOFIA L carrying?

The SOFIA L was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the SOFIA L?

The SOFIA L had a tonnage of 176 tons.

What type of wreck is the SOFIA L?

The SOFIA L is classified as a motor vessel.

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