Amanda Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Amanda Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
8 30 N,61 4.8 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 8.500000
  • Longitude: -61.080000
Water Depth 12 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Low Water Springs
Name AMANDA
Type barge
Flag US
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 7, 1991
Original Detection Year 1991
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details HH637/350/01 2.5.91 SUNK AT MILE 68, RIVER ORINOCO. SECURED TO SHORE BY 6000LB ANCHOR. SALVAGE PROSPECTS POOR. (LL, 18.4.91). NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Apr 18, 2006

Circumstances of loss

18.4.91 PARTIALLY CAPSIZED WHEN TIDE RECEDED AND WHILE SECURED TO A TREE IN AREA OF UNEVEN BOTTOM. LATER SANK. (LL, 18.4.91).

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FAQ

Where is the AMANDA wreck located?

The AMANDA wreck is located at coordinates 8 30 N,61 4.8 W.

How deep is the seabed around the AMANDA?

The seabed around the AMANDA lies at approximately 12 meters deep.

When did the AMANDA sink?

The AMANDA sank on Feb 7, 1991.

When was the wreck of the AMANDA discovered?

The wreck of the AMANDA was discovered in 1991.

What country did the AMANDA belong to?

The AMANDA belonged to US.

What type of wreck is the AMANDA?

The AMANDA is classified as a barge.