Uska Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Uska Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		3 0 N,118 0 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 3.000000
  • Longitude: 118.000000
Water Depth 220 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Lower Low Water
Name USKA
Type ferry
Flag ID
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 2, 1986
Original Detection Year 1986
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H2558/82 18.8.86 SANK WHILE ON PASSAGE FROM NUNUKAN ISLAND TO TARAKAN ISLAND. (LL 5.8.86). POSN 030000N, 1180000E FOR FILING ONLY. NCA.
Last Amended Date Dec 1, 2005

Circumstances of loss

HAD ENGINE FAILURE. WAS BUFFETED BY HIGH WAVES WHILE SHE DRIFTED UNTIL SHE CAPSIZED AND SANK.

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FAQ

Where is the USKA wreck located?

The USKA wreck is located at coordinates 3 0 N,118 0 E.

How deep is the seabed around the USKA?

The seabed around the USKA lies at approximately 220 meters deep.

When did the USKA sink?

The USKA sank on Aug 2, 1986.

When was the wreck of the USKA discovered?

The wreck of the USKA was discovered in 1986.

What country did the USKA belong to?

The USKA belonged to ID.

What type of wreck is the USKA?

The USKA is classified as a ferry.

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