Sri Jalong Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Sri jalong Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
2 53.993 N,111 43.177 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 2.899883
  • Longitude: 111.719617
Water Depth 6 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Low Water
Name SRI JALONG
Type motor vessel
Flag MY
Tonnage 99
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo timber
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 3, 1979
Original Detection Year 1979
Last Detection Year 1987
Original Source national HO authority radio navigational warning
Surveying Details H4349/71 9.1.80 VESSEL SANK IN 025402N, 1114258E. (SARAWAK NAV WARNING 9(T)/79). NCA YET. TEMPORARY INFORMATION ONLY. 7.3.80 NE MONSOON PREVENTING ATTEMPTS TO SALVAGE UNTIL MAR-APR. (LL, 27.2.80). 29.7.80 THE CHANCES OF SALVAGE SEEM SLIM & HAVE SO FAR NOT SUCCEEDED. (LL, 21.8.80).
Last Amended Date Jan 8, 2020

Circumstances of loss

SANK IN ADVERSE WEATHER CONDITIONS WHILE ATTEMPTING TO ENTER IGAN R MOUTH. (LL).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 2 53.993 N,111 43.177 E
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FAQ

Where is the SRI JALONG wreck located?

The SRI JALONG wreck is located at coordinates 2 53.993 N,111 43.177 E.

How deep is the seabed around the SRI JALONG?

The seabed around the SRI JALONG lies at approximately 6 meters deep.

When did the SRI JALONG sink?

The SRI JALONG sank on Nov 3, 1979.

When was the wreck of the SRI JALONG discovered?

The wreck of the SRI JALONG was discovered in 1979.

What country did the SRI JALONG belong to?

The SRI JALONG belonged to MY.

What cargo was the SRI JALONG carrying?

The SRI JALONG was carrying timber.

What was the tonnage of the SRI JALONG?

The SRI JALONG had a tonnage of 99 tons.

What type of wreck is the SRI JALONG?

The SRI JALONG is classified as a motor vessel.