A-109 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
A-109 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
29 28 N,47 53 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 29.466667
  • Longitude: 47.883333
Water Depth 3 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name A-109
Type barge
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 9, 1979
Original Detection Year 1979
Last Detection Year 1986
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 24.1.79 24.1.79 A 109 SANK IN 292800N, 475300E. MAY BE POSSIBLE TO SALVAGE. IN ONLY 2.5 FMS. (LL 25.1.79). HH2422/86 9.6.86 HH2422/86 9.6.86 NOT LOCATED DURING E/S AND DCS3 SEARCH. (M C OBERMAN). AMENDED TO DEAD.
Last Amended Date Mar 3, 2000

Circumstances of loss

SANK WHILE ATTEMPTS WERE BEING MADE TO BEACH HER.

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 29 28 N,47 53 E
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FAQ

Where is the A-109 wreck located?

The A-109 wreck is located at coordinates 29 28 N,47 53 E.

How deep is the seabed around the A-109?

The seabed around the A-109 lies at approximately 3 meters deep.

When did the A-109 sink?

The A-109 sank on Jan 9, 1979.

When was the wreck of the A-109 discovered?

The wreck of the A-109 was discovered in 1979.

What type of wreck is the A-109?

The A-109 is classified as a barge.