Velasquez Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Velasquez Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
23 52.4 S,44 27.8 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -23.873333
  • Longitude: -44.463333
Water Depth 85 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Low Water Springs
Name VELASQUEZ
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 142 m
Width 18 m
Draught 9.1
Tonnage 7542
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 17, 1908
Original Detection Year 1991
Original Source other
Surveying Details 27.2.91 27.2.91 NDW IN 235224S, 442748W. (PEDRO S PRADO, SAO PAULO, 11.5.80). INS AS NDWPA. NC 3970.
Last Amended Date Aug 28, 2019

Circumstances of loss

WRECKED WHILE ON PASSAGE BUENOS AIRES FOR NEW YORK.

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FAQ

Where is the VELASQUEZ wreck located?

The VELASQUEZ wreck is located at coordinates 23 52.4 S,44 27.8 W.

How deep is the seabed around the VELASQUEZ?

The seabed around the VELASQUEZ lies at approximately 85 meters deep.

When did the VELASQUEZ sink?

The VELASQUEZ sank on Oct 17, 1908.

When was the wreck of the VELASQUEZ discovered?

The wreck of the VELASQUEZ was discovered in 1991.

What country did the VELASQUEZ belong to?

The VELASQUEZ belonged to GB.

What cargo was the VELASQUEZ carrying?

The VELASQUEZ was carrying general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the VELASQUEZ?

The VELASQUEZ had a tonnage of 7542 tons.

What type of wreck is the VELASQUEZ?

The VELASQUEZ is classified as a steam ship.