Alaska 1 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status lifted
Alaska 1 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
11 49.423 N,123 5.063 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 11.823717
  • Longitude: 123.084383
Water Depth 28 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ALASKA 1
Type fishing vessel
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 2003
Last Detection Year 2004
Original Source national HO/authority notice to mariners
Last Amended Date Apr 19, 2004

Simplified Wreck Survey

Wreckage of the vessel ALASKA 1 and the tugboat MICHAEL, which was towing the barge RIZZA, was historically identified near Jintotolo Island in the Philippines. The site was previously charted at coordinates 11 49.423 N, 123 5.063 E. This underwater obstruction, located in the vicinity of the Visayan Sea, was officially documented by the UK Hydrographic Office. Please note that according to maritime records from 2004, the wreckage of ALASKA 1 and the associated vessels was reported as removed. This historical data is provided for navigational and archival reference regarding the geographical position 11 49.423 N, 123 5.063 E.

Surveying Details

HH552/575/02 24.6.03 HH552/575/02 24.6.03 WRECKAGE OF ALASKA 1 AND M TUG MICHAEL TOWING BARGE RIZZA [62488] LOCATED ABOUT 2M SW OF JINTOTOLO ISLAND, OR IN 1149.50N, 12305.00E [UND] APPROX. (PHILIPPINES NM 5/55/03). INS AS DW PA. - NM 3240/03. 25.10.03 25.10.03 WGD POSN: 1149.423N, 12305.063E. NC 4485. HH552/575/03 19.4.04 HH552/575/03 19.4.04 WRECKAGE REMOVED AS FROM 27.7.04. (PHILLIPINE NM 3/34/04). AMEND LIFT. - NM 2480/04.

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 11 49.423 N,123 5.063 E
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FAQ

Where is the ALASKA 1 wreck located?

The ALASKA 1 wreck is located at coordinates 11 49.423 N,123 5.063 E.

How deep is the seabed around the ALASKA 1?

The seabed around the ALASKA 1 lies at approximately 28 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the ALASKA 1 discovered?

The wreck of the ALASKA 1 was discovered in 2003.

What type of wreck is the ALASKA 1?

The ALASKA 1 is classified as a fishing vessel.