Bi 363 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Bi 363 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		18 33 N,67 15 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 18.550000
  • Longitude: -67.250000
Water Depth 500 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BI 363
Type barge
Flag US
Tonnage 1109
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 1, 1979
Original Detection Year 1979
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 6.12.79 SANK OFF PUNTA BORINQUEN, PUERTO RICO. (LL, 5.12.79). POSN 183300N, 671500W FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Nov 3, 2006

Circumstances of loss

NON-PROPELLED TANK BARGE BI 363 SANK IN HEAVY WEATHER OFF PUNTA BORINQUEN, PUERTO RICO, WHILST UNDER TOW OF A CARIBE TUGBOAT CORP TUG. BUILT IN 1963. WAS OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY INDUSTRIAL MOLASSES PUERTO RICO INC. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the BI 363 wreck located?

The BI 363 wreck is located at coordinates 18 33 N,67 15 W.

How deep is the seabed around the BI 363?

The seabed around the BI 363 lies at approximately 500 meters deep.

When did the BI 363 sink?

The BI 363 sank on Apr 1, 1979.

When was the wreck of the BI 363 discovered?

The wreck of the BI 363 was discovered in 1979.

What country did the BI 363 belong to?

The BI 363 belonged to US.

What was the tonnage of the BI 363?

The BI 363 had a tonnage of 1109 tons.

What type of wreck is the BI 363?

The BI 363 is classified as a barge.

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