Wardah Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Wardah Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		27 38.14 N,50 11.04 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 27.635667
  • Longitude: 50.184000
Water Depth 55 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name WARDAH
Type barge
Flag BH
Cargo machinery and mechanical parts
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 26, 1971
Bottom Texture Clay
Original Detection Year 1971
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 29.11.71 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 273800N, 501100E APPROX, IN 180FT [55MTRS]. SALVAGE OPS HINDERED BY BAD WEATHER. (LLOYDS VOL.206). NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Jul 29, 2009

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY CAPITAL ESTABLISHMENT, BAHRAIN. SANK WHILST UNDER TOW OF TUG 'MARIA' FROM RAS TANURA FOR ZULUF. VALUE OF CARGO ESTIMATED TO BE

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FAQ

Where is the WARDAH wreck located?

The WARDAH wreck is located at coordinates 27 38.14 N,50 11.04 E.

How deep is the seabed around the WARDAH?

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

When did the WARDAH sink?

The WARDAH sank on Nov 26, 1971.

When was the wreck of the WARDAH discovered?

The wreck of the WARDAH was discovered in 1971.

What country did the WARDAH belong to?

The WARDAH belonged to BH.

What cargo was the WARDAH carrying?

The WARDAH was carrying machinery and mechanical parts.

What type of wreck is the WARDAH?

The WARDAH is classified as a barge.

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