Velma Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Velma Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		36 56.267 N,25 8.717 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 36.937783
  • Longitude: -25.145283
Water Depth 11 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name VELMA
Flag NO
Tonnage 11140
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 1, 1961
Original Detection Year 1961
Last Detection Year 1966
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Mar 22, 2010

Surveying Details

H1920/61 27.7.61 DW IN 365616N, 250843W OR 168DEGS, 4.62C FROM F.R FRONT LT, 365643N, 250850W APPROX. GROUNDED & LATER BROKE IN TWO. (LISBON NM 6/64/61 & LLOYDS LIST). - NM 1031/61. H3304/59 3.3.64 DELETED. (LISBON NM BLOCK 304/63). - NM 385/64. H1920/61 6.4.66 WRECK DELETION CONFIRMED. (LISBON NM 64/66). AMENDED TO DEAD. NCA.

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FAQ

Where is the VELMA wreck located?

The VELMA wreck is located at coordinates 36 56.267 N,25 8.717 W.

How deep is the seabed around the VELMA?

The seabed around the VELMA lies at approximately 11 meters deep.

When did the VELMA sink?

The VELMA sank on Feb 1, 1961.

When was the wreck of the VELMA discovered?

The wreck of the VELMA was discovered in 1961.

What country did the VELMA belong to?

The VELMA belonged to NO.

What was the tonnage of the VELMA?

The VELMA had a tonnage of 11140 tons.

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