Waldron Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Waldron Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 30.01 S,61 0.26 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -51.500167
  • Longitude: -61.004333
Water Depth 80 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name WALDRON
Flag US
Tonnage 600
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 11, 1850
Original Detection Year 1850
Original Source other
Surveying Details 27.2.70 STATED TO HAVE SUNK SW OF WESTPOINT ISLAND. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). 6.12.91 CAUGHT FIRE BETWEEN CARCASS & WESTPOINT ISLANDS. (FALKLAND ISLANDS SHORES). NCA, POSN 513000S, 610000W FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Aug 5, 2014

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, ON PASSAGE FROM BOSTON FOR CALIFORNIA. CAUGHT FIRE & SANK. CREW TOOK TO BOATS & LANDED ON NEW, WESTPOINT & CARCASS ISLANDS. (FALKLAND ISLAND SHORES, PUBLISHED 1985).

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FAQ

Where is the WALDRON wreck located?

The WALDRON wreck is located at coordinates 51 30.01 S,61 0.26 W.

How deep is the seabed around the WALDRON?

The seabed around the WALDRON lies at approximately 80 meters deep.

When did the WALDRON sink?

The WALDRON sank on Dec 11, 1850.

When was the wreck of the WALDRON discovered?

The wreck of the WALDRON was discovered in 1850.

What country did the WALDRON belong to?

The WALDRON belonged to US.

What cargo was the WALDRON carrying?

The WALDRON was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the WALDRON?

The WALDRON had a tonnage of 600 tons.

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