Somacopp 1 (Probably) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Somacopp 1 (probably) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		20 53.7 N,17 2.7 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 20.895000
  • Longitude: -17.045000
Water Depth 6 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SOMACOPP 1 (PROBABLY)
Type trawler
Flag MR
Length 38.1 m
Width 7.9 m
Draught 3
Tonnage 262
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 23, 1985
Original Detection Year 1985
Last Detection Year 2020
Original Source naval vessel
Surveying Details H3332/76 24.4.85 DAKAR PILOT REPORTS DANGEROUS WK OF FV IN 205342N, 170242W. (HMY BRITANNIA, SIGNAL 15.3.85) NCA YET. H4800/83 19.8.85 SANK IN PORT OF NOUADHIBOU. (LL, 7.8.85).
Last Amended Date Nov 17, 2020

Circumstances of loss

7.8.85 CAPSIZED AND SANK IN PORT OF NOUADHIBOU DUE TO CREW NEGLIGENCE. (LL, 7.8.85).

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FAQ

Where is the SOMACOPP 1 (PROBABLY) wreck located?

The SOMACOPP 1 (PROBABLY) wreck is located at coordinates 20 53.7 N,17 2.7 W.

How deep is the seabed around the SOMACOPP 1 (PROBABLY)?

The seabed around the SOMACOPP 1 (PROBABLY) lies at approximately 6 meters deep.

When did the SOMACOPP 1 (PROBABLY) sink?

The SOMACOPP 1 (PROBABLY) sank on Feb 23, 1985.

When was the wreck of the SOMACOPP 1 (PROBABLY) discovered?

The wreck of the SOMACOPP 1 (PROBABLY) was discovered in 1985.

What country did the SOMACOPP 1 (PROBABLY) belong to?

The SOMACOPP 1 (PROBABLY) belonged to MR.

What was the tonnage of the SOMACOPP 1 (PROBABLY)?

The SOMACOPP 1 (PROBABLY) had a tonnage of 262 tons.

What type of wreck is the SOMACOPP 1 (PROBABLY)?

The SOMACOPP 1 (PROBABLY) is classified as a trawler.

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