Vispon (Probably) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Vispon (probably) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
23 48.833 N,15 54.917 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 23.813883
  • Longitude: -15.915283
Water Depth 0 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name VISPON (PROBABLY)
Type trawler
Flag ES
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 13, 1974
Original Detection Year 1974
Last Detection Year 1989
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 9.5.75 WRECKED ON ROCKS IN 235000N, 155300W. (LLOYDS 219). 27.10.75 ST SHOWN IN 234950N, 155400W ON US 51420. NCA YET. 12.5.77 SHOWN ON US 51022 [1976 EDN]. 29.3.89 NOW CHARTED AS ST IN 234850N, 155455W. BA 3251.
Last Amended Date Jan 28, 1998

Circumstances of loss

RAN AGROUND IN VICINITY OF VILLA CISNEROS. IN SPITE OF ATTEMPTS TO REFLOAT, VESSEL IS A CTL. (LL 219).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 23 48.833 N,15 54.917 W
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FAQ

Where is the VISPON (PROBABLY) wreck located?

The VISPON (PROBABLY) wreck is located at coordinates 23 48.833 N,15 54.917 W.

When did the VISPON (PROBABLY) sink?

The VISPON (PROBABLY) sank on Sep 13, 1974.

When was the wreck of the VISPON (PROBABLY) discovered?

The wreck of the VISPON (PROBABLY) was discovered in 1974.

What country did the VISPON (PROBABLY) belong to?

The VISPON (PROBABLY) belonged to ES.

What type of wreck is the VISPON (PROBABLY)?

The VISPON (PROBABLY) is classified as a trawler.