Big D Iii Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Big d iii Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		36 48.83 N,21 42.51 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 36.813833
  • Longitude: 21.708500
Water Depth 3 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Low Water
Name BIG D III
Type yacht
Flag PA
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 27, 1978
Original Detection Year 1978
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Nov 25, 2002

Simplified Wreck Survey

The wreck of the vessel BIG D III lies submerged off the coast of Methoni, Greece, near the Methoni breakwater. The wreck is positioned at coordinates 36 48.83 N, 21 42.51 E. Historical records from January 1978 indicate that the vessel sank at a right angle to the breakwater. Structural descriptions of the site note that the bow, the upper portion of the bridge, and the forward accommodation were originally visible above the water line, while the stern is embedded deep in the mud sea floor. This underwater obstruction remains a point of interest for local maritime navigation and historical records.

Surveying Details

31.1.78 SANK AT RIGHT ANGLES TO METHONI BREAKWATER. BOW, UPPER PART OF BRIDGE & FORWARD ACCOMMODATION ABOVE WATER. DIVER REPORTS STERN DEEP IN THE MUD BOTTOM. (LLOYDS VOL.231). NCA, POSN 364854N, 214233E APPROX FOR FILING ONLY.

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, DRIFTED STERN FIRST ONTO BREAKWATER AT METHONI & SANK. (LLOYDS VOL.231).

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FAQ

Where is the BIG D III wreck located?

The BIG D III wreck is located at coordinates 36 48.83 N,21 42.51 E.

How deep is the seabed around the BIG D III?

The seabed around the BIG D III lies at approximately 3 meters deep.

When did the BIG D III sink?

The BIG D III sank on Jan 27, 1978.

When was the wreck of the BIG D III discovered?

The wreck of the BIG D III was discovered in 1978.

What country did the BIG D III belong to?

The BIG D III belonged to PA.

What type of wreck is the BIG D III?

The BIG D III is classified as a yacht.

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