Spica Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Spica Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		56 24.841 N,3 25.013 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 56.414017
  • Longitude: 3.416883
Wreck Depth 47 m
Water Depth 69 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SPICA
Type motor vessel
Flag NL
Tonnage 2247
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 17, 1952
Original Detection Year 1952
Last Detection Year 2016
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Jan 19, 2017

Surveying Details

30.6.75 WK OF DUTCH MV 'SPICA' REPD IN 562500N, 032500E APPROX. (EXCHANGE TELEGRAPH CO & LL). CHART AS WK USCPA 47MTRS. NC 272. SEP 2013/000016354 8.3.13 NOT SHOWN ON NO2A0404 [EDN 2.0]. SEP 2016/000072600 11.4.16 WK USCPA 47MTRS SHOWN IN 5624.841N, 0325.013E [WGD].DENMARK 93[ED 8 CORR TO 26/02/16].AMEND NDW 47MTRS USCPA TO REVISED POSN.

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE MIDDLESBOROUGH FOR GOTHENBURG. SANK AFTER STORM DAMAGE TO PLATING. 6 CREW RESCUED BY SWEDISH VESSEL 'LAPONIA'. (EXCHANGE TELEGRAPH CO & LL).

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FAQ

Where is the SPICA wreck located?

The SPICA wreck is located at coordinates 56 24.841 N,3 25.013 E.

How deep is the SPICA and where exactly is it located?

The SPICA lies at a depth of about 47 meters and is located at coordinates 56 24.841 N,3 25.013 E.

How deep is the seabed around the SPICA?

The seabed around the SPICA lies at approximately 69 meters deep.

When did the SPICA sink?

The SPICA sank on Dec 17, 1952.

When was the wreck of the SPICA discovered?

The wreck of the SPICA was discovered in 1952.

What country did the SPICA belong to?

The SPICA belonged to NL.

What cargo was the SPICA carrying?

The SPICA was carrying ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined.

What was the tonnage of the SPICA?

The SPICA had a tonnage of 2247 tons.

What type of wreck is the SPICA?

The SPICA is classified as a motor vessel.

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