Venus Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Venus Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		13 40 N,122 5 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 13.666667
  • Longitude: 122.083333
Water Depth 55 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name VENUS
Type ferry
Flag PH
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 28, 1984
Bottom Texture Mud
Original Detection Year 1984
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H1274/83 7.11.84 SANK IN TAYABAS BAY, NEAR CATANAUAN. (LL, 31.10.84). POSN 134000N, 1220500E FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Nov 18, 2014

Circumstances of loss

OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY N & S LINES. PASSAGE SAMAR ISLAND FOR MANILA. WAS SUNK OFF MARINDUQUE ISLAND BY HUGE WAVES DURING TROPICAL STORM WARREN. 178 RESCUED, AT LEAST 50 MISSING. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the VENUS wreck located?

The VENUS wreck is located at coordinates 13 40 N,122 5 E.

How deep is the seabed around the VENUS?

The seabed around the VENUS lies at approximately 55 meters deep.

When did the VENUS sink?

The VENUS sank on Oct 28, 1984.

When was the wreck of the VENUS discovered?

The wreck of the VENUS was discovered in 1984.

What country did the VENUS belong to?

The VENUS belonged to PH.

What type of wreck is the VENUS?

The VENUS is classified as a ferry.

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