Wa-1-0303 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Wa-1-0303 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		13 6.07 N,80 18.26 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 13.101167
  • Longitude: 80.304333
Water Depth 15 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name WA-1-0303
Type barge
Flag US
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 30, 1975
Original Detection Year 1975
Last Detection Year 1976
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Dec 4, 2006

Surveying Details

11.12.75 11.12.75 BADLY DAMAGED, LYING PARTIALLY SUBMERGED ON CONCRETE BOULDERS NEAR BREAKWATER. (LL, 10.12.75). NCA YET. 16.2.76 16.2.76 SALVAGE OPS COMMENCED 6-7 FEB '76. (LL, 10.2.76). NCA YET. 20.2.76 20.2.76 ONE PIECE APPROX 2 TONS RECOVERED. DIVERS REPORT ONE LARGE SECTION ABOVE WATER RESTING ON ROCK INCLINED TOWARDS SEABED & SURROUNDED BY 8-10 BROKEN PIECES OF VARYING SIZES. (LL, 16.2.76). POSN 131600N, 801821E FOR FILING ONLY.

Circumstances of loss

PARTED TOW FROM PORT TUG IN HEAVY WEATHER ON WAY TO MOTHER SHIP SAM HOUSTON IN OUTER ANCHORAGE. (LL).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 13 6.07 N,80 18.26 E
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FAQ

Where is the WA-1-0303 wreck located?

The WA-1-0303 wreck is located at coordinates 13 6.07 N,80 18.26 E.

How deep is the seabed around the WA-1-0303?

The seabed around the WA-1-0303 lies at approximately 15 meters deep.

When did the WA-1-0303 sink?

The WA-1-0303 sank on Nov 30, 1975.

When was the wreck of the WA-1-0303 discovered?

The wreck of the WA-1-0303 was discovered in 1975.

What country did the WA-1-0303 belong to?

The WA-1-0303 belonged to US.

What type of wreck is the WA-1-0303?

The WA-1-0303 is classified as a barge.

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