South Sea Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
South sea Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
14 7 N,120 36 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 14.116667
  • Longitude: 120.600000
Water Depth 25 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Lower Low Water
Name SOUTH SEA
Type steam ship
Flag SO
Tonnage 6371
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 17, 1974
Original Detection Year 1974
Last Detection Year 2015
Original Source national HO/authority notice to mariners
Surveying Details 13.11.74 VESSEL AGROUND IN 140700N, 1203600E APPROX. SALVAGE OPERATIONS COMMENCED. (LL CASUALTY RETURNS). NCA YET. POSN FOR FILING ONLY. SEP 2015/000280420 25.2.16 NOT SHOWN ON USA (NGA) 91300 [4TH ED, COR 19.12.15]. AMEND DEAD.
Last Amended Date Feb 25, 2016

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL RAN AGROUND IN HEAVY WEATHER, ABANDONED BY CREW AND LATER DAMAGED BY FIRE, APPARENTLY BY LOOTERS. (LL CASUALTY RETURNS).

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FAQ

Where is the SOUTH SEA wreck located?

The SOUTH SEA wreck is located at coordinates 14 7 N,120 36 E.

How deep is the seabed around the SOUTH SEA?

The seabed around the SOUTH SEA lies at approximately 25 meters deep.

When did the SOUTH SEA sink?

The SOUTH SEA sank on Aug 17, 1974.

When was the wreck of the SOUTH SEA discovered?

The wreck of the SOUTH SEA was discovered in 1974.

What country did the SOUTH SEA belong to?

The SOUTH SEA belonged to SO.

What cargo was the SOUTH SEA carrying?

The SOUTH SEA was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the SOUTH SEA?

The SOUTH SEA had a tonnage of 6371 tons.

What type of wreck is the SOUTH SEA?

The SOUTH SEA is classified as a steam ship.