Ancap Tercero Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Ancap tercero Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		34 26.5 S,57 27 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -34.441667
  • Longitude: -57.450000
Water Depth 4 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ANCAP TERCERO
Type Vehicle
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 4, 1981
Original Detection Year 1982
Last Detection Year 2007
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H4340/78 19.1.82 ST IN 342630S, 572700W APPROX, ON BEACH AT JEAN LACAZE. (LL 11.1.82). NCA YET. 20.10.10 NOT SHOWN ON URUGUAY 51 [CORRECT TO 7.2.77] OR URUGUAY 50 [SEP '06 EDN CORRECT TO 16.6.07]. AMENDED TO DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Jul 25, 2019

Circumstances of loss

28.9.81 OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY SERYL SA. SOLD TO SCRAP DEALERS & TOWED TO JEAN LACAZE ON 28.9.81. BROKE MOORINGS DURING A STORM & DRIFTED INTO ENTRANCE CHANNEL UNTIL STORM ON 4.10.81 WASHED THE WK ONTO THE BEACH. (LL, 11.1.82).

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FAQ

Where is the ANCAP TERCERO wreck located?

The ANCAP TERCERO wreck is located at coordinates 34 26.5 S,57 27 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ANCAP TERCERO?

The seabed around the ANCAP TERCERO lies at approximately 4 meters deep.

When did the ANCAP TERCERO sink?

The ANCAP TERCERO sank on Oct 4, 1981.

When was the wreck of the ANCAP TERCERO discovered?

The wreck of the ANCAP TERCERO was discovered in 1982.

What cargo was the ANCAP TERCERO carrying?

The ANCAP TERCERO was carrying ballast.

What type of wreck is the ANCAP TERCERO?

The ANCAP TERCERO is classified as a vehicle.

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