Bambino Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Bambino Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		6 20.97 N,10 47.675 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 6.349500
  • Longitude: -10.794583
Water Depth 5 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BAMBINO
Type motor vessel
Length 62 m
Width 12.2 m
Tonnage 228
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 2003
Last Detection Year 2009
Original Source survey vessel
Last Amended Date Jan 4, 2011

Simplified Wreck Survey

The wreck of the vessel BAMBINO is located off the coast of Monrovia, Liberia, positioned at coordinates 6 20.97 N, 10 47.675 W. This underwater obstruction lies along the coastline situated between the BMC and NIOC piers. The wreckage measures 62 meters in length with a beam of 12.2 meters and was historically identified as a steel-hulled vessel. Please note that during the 2009 Africa Partnership Survey, the wreck was reported as not located, and the site is currently classified as deleted or dead in official hydrographic records.

Surveying Details

HH427/410/03 24.3.04 ST IN 0620.970N, 1047.675W [WGD]. POSN BY GPS. LIES ALONG COAST BETWEEN THE BMC AND NIOC PIERS. LENGTH 62MTRS, BEAM 12.2MTRS. (HMNLS ROTTERDAM, M4019). INS ST. BR STD. SEP 2010/000217500 4.1.11 NOT LOCATED. DELETE. (AFRICA PARTNERSHIP SURVEY 2009). AMEND DEAD. BR STD.

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FAQ

Where is the BAMBINO wreck located?

The BAMBINO wreck is located at coordinates 6 20.97 N,10 47.675 W.

How deep is the seabed around the BAMBINO?

The seabed around the BAMBINO lies at approximately 5 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the BAMBINO discovered?

The wreck of the BAMBINO was discovered in 2003.

What was the tonnage of the BAMBINO?

The BAMBINO had a tonnage of 228 tons.

What type of wreck is the BAMBINO?

The BAMBINO is classified as a motor vessel.

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