Atlas Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Atlas Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		6 24.5 N,3 33.5 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 6.408333
  • Longitude: 3.558333
Water Depth 11 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ATLAS
Type tug
Flag NG
Length 43 m
Width 11 m
Draught 4.9
Tonnage 500
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 21, 1967
Original Detection Year 1967
Last Detection Year 2025
Original Source national HO/authority wreck information
Surveying Details H3155/69 30.4.69 H3155/69 30.4.69 WK IN POSN 1-1.5M W OF EAST 10M BEACON. (NPA LTR DTD 2.4.69). POSN 062430N, 033330E APPROX FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Aug 26, 2025

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1949 BY J I THORYEYCROFT 7 CO. OWNED AT TIME BY THE NIGERIAN PORT AUTHORITY. SPRANG A LEAK AND SANK 9M E OF LAGOS WHILE ASSISTING GROUNDED TRAWLER OGOR III. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the ATLAS wreck located?

The ATLAS wreck is located at coordinates 6 24.5 N,3 33.5 E.

How deep is the seabed around the ATLAS?

The seabed around the ATLAS lies at approximately 11 meters deep.

When did the ATLAS sink?

The ATLAS sank on Aug 21, 1967.

When was the wreck of the ATLAS discovered?

The wreck of the ATLAS was discovered in 1967.

What country did the ATLAS belong to?

The ATLAS belonged to NG.

What was the tonnage of the ATLAS?

The ATLAS had a tonnage of 500 tons.

What type of wreck is the ATLAS?

The ATLAS is classified as a tug.

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