Bonita Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Bonita Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 22.921 N,3 21.885 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.382017
  • Longitude: -3.364750
Wreck Depth 0.19 m
Water Depth 1 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BONITA
Type sailing vessel
Flag GB
Sonar Length 9.6
Sonar Width 3.3
Shadow Height 0.8
Orientation 174
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 1, 1934
Bottom Texture 4,17
Scour Dimensions ,,0.55,
Original Detection Year 1934
Last Detection Year 2018
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Sep 21, 2018

Simplified Wreck Survey

Wreck BONITA, an underwater shipwreck located at coordinates 51 22.921 N, 3 21.885 W, approximately 1 mile east of the mouth of the River Aberthaw. The structure is in one piece and measures 9.6 meters long, 3.3 meters wide, and 0.8 meters high. This poorly defined underwater obstruction is found in a general water depth of approximately 1.07 meters.

Surveying Details

H5676/34 POSN 1M E OF MOUTH OF RIVER ABERTHAW. (RECEIVER OF WKS, BARRY DOCKS & LL). POSN 512300N, 032200W FOR FILING ONLY. H1948/76 4.3.81 NOT FOUND DURING SEARCH. (HMS WOODLARK, HI 704/79. AMEND DEAD. NCA. SEP 2018/000204444 20.3.18 EXAM'D 20.3.18 IN 5122.921N, 0321.885W [WGD]. LEAST M/B DEPTH 0.19 IN GEN DEPTH 1.07MTRS. LENGTH 9.6MTRS, WIDTH 3.3MTRS, HT 0.8TRS. ORIENTATION 174/354 DEGS. WRECK IS POORLY DEFINED AND IN ONE PIECE. (TITAN ENVIRONMENTAL SURVEYS LTD, HI1501). AMEND DW 0.1MTRS IN REVISED POSN.

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FAQ

Where is the BONITA wreck located?

The BONITA wreck is located at coordinates 51 22.921 N,3 21.885 W.

How deep is the BONITA and where exactly is it located?

The BONITA lies at a depth of about 0.19 meters and is located at coordinates 51 22.921 N,3 21.885 W.

How deep is the seabed around the BONITA?

The seabed around the BONITA lies at approximately 1 meter deep.

When did the BONITA sink?

The BONITA sank on Jan 1, 1934.

When was the wreck of the BONITA discovered?

The wreck of the BONITA was discovered in 1934.

What country did the BONITA belong to?

The BONITA belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the BONITA?

The BONITA is classified as a sailing vessel.

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