West Zeda Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
West zeda Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		9 13 N,59 4 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 9.216667
  • Longitude: 59.066667
Water Depth 350 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name WEST ZEDA
Type steam ship
Flag US
Tonnage 5658
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast,general and mixed goods,metal: concentrate and products,ore
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 23, 1942
Original Detection Year 1942
Original Source other
Surveying Details 26.5.11 SUNK IN 0913.0N, 5904.0W. (UBOAT.NET). NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 5, 2019

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1918 BY NORTHWEST STEEL CO, PORTLAND, OREGON FOR THE US MARITIME COMMISSION, WASHINGTON DC. LATER LAID UP AS PART OF THE RESERVE FLEET. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY ISTHMIAN SS CO, NEW YORK. PASSAGE MOMBASA FOR PHILADEPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA VIA CAPETOWN & TRINIDAD. TORPEDOED BY U 129. NO LIVES LOST. (UBOAT.NET).

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FAQ

Where is the WEST ZEDA wreck located?

The WEST ZEDA wreck is located at coordinates 9 13 N,59 4 E.

How deep is the seabed around the WEST ZEDA?

The seabed around the WEST ZEDA lies at approximately 350 meters deep.

When did the WEST ZEDA sink?

The WEST ZEDA sank on Feb 23, 1942.

When was the wreck of the WEST ZEDA discovered?

The wreck of the WEST ZEDA was discovered in 1942.

What country did the WEST ZEDA belong to?

The WEST ZEDA belonged to US.

What cargo was the WEST ZEDA carrying?

The WEST ZEDA was carrying ballast,general and mixed goods,metal: concentrate and products,ore.

What was the tonnage of the WEST ZEDA?

The WEST ZEDA had a tonnage of 5658 tons.

What type of wreck is the WEST ZEDA?

The WEST ZEDA is classified as a steam ship.

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