Tia Juana Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Tia juana Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		9 36 N,79 26 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 9.600000
  • Longitude: -79.433333
Water Depth 7 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Lower Low Water
Name TIA JUANA
Type tanker
Flag GB
Tonnage 2396
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 16, 1942
Original Detection Year 1942
Original Source national HO/authority charts
Surveying Details H682/43 1.3.43 H682/43 1.3.43 WK IN APPROX POSN 093600N, 792600W. (AUTHORTITY UNKNOWN). NCA.
Last Amended Date Feb 27, 2009

Circumstances of loss

SANK 25 MILES SW OF PUNTA MACOLLA, GULF OF VENEZUALA. (BR 1337).

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FAQ

Where is the TIA JUANA wreck located?

The TIA JUANA wreck is located at coordinates 9 36 N,79 26 W.

How deep is the seabed around the TIA JUANA?

The seabed around the TIA JUANA lies at approximately 7 meters deep.

When did the TIA JUANA sink?

The TIA JUANA sank on Feb 16, 1942.

When was the wreck of the TIA JUANA discovered?

The wreck of the TIA JUANA was discovered in 1942.

What country did the TIA JUANA belong to?

The TIA JUANA belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the TIA JUANA?

The TIA JUANA had a tonnage of 2396 tons.

What type of wreck is the TIA JUANA?

The TIA JUANA is classified as a tanker.

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