Wonchang Ho No.706 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Wonchang ho no.706 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
35 26.19 N,129 24.86 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 35.436500
  • Longitude: 129.414333
Water Depth 40 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name WONCHANG HO NO.706
Type fishing vessel
Flag KP
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 4, 1988
Bottom Texture Mud
Original Detection Year 1988
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H2901/87 23.1.89 H2901/87 23.1.89 SANK IN 352600N, 1292500E APPROX, IN DEPTHS 40-50MTRS. NO ATTEMPTS MADE TO REFLOAT. (LL, 12.12.88). INS AS NDW PA. - NM 413/89.
Last Amended Date Jan 23, 1989

Circumstances of loss

12.12.88 DAMAGED IN A COLLISION WITH MV ORCHID III, WHICH COMMENCED TO TOW IT TO ULSAN. LATER LINES PARTED AND VESSEL SANK. (LL, 12.12.88).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 35 26.19 N,129 24.86 E
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FAQ

Where is the WONCHANG HO NO.706 wreck located?

The WONCHANG HO NO.706 wreck is located at coordinates 35 26.19 N,129 24.86 E.

How deep is the seabed around the WONCHANG HO NO.706?

The seabed around the WONCHANG HO NO.706 lies at approximately 40 meters deep.

When did the WONCHANG HO NO.706 sink?

The WONCHANG HO NO.706 sank on Dec 4, 1988.

When was the wreck of the WONCHANG HO NO.706 discovered?

The wreck of the WONCHANG HO NO.706 was discovered in 1988.

What country did the WONCHANG HO NO.706 belong to?

The WONCHANG HO NO.706 belonged to KP.

What type of wreck is the WONCHANG HO NO.706?

The WONCHANG HO NO.706 is classified as a fishing vessel.