Brunei 70 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
Brunei 70 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
2 4 N,109 37.3 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 2.066667
  • Longitude: 109.621667
Water Depth 1 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Mean Lower Low Water
Name BRUNEI 70
Type barge
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1980
Last Detection Year 2016
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Dec 19, 2017

Simplified Wreck Survey

The BRUNEI 70 is a submerged wreck consisting of a flat-topped steel deck barge located in the South China Sea off the coast of Borneo near the coordinates 2 4 N, 109 37.3 E. Originally identified alongside a second barge, the BRUNEI 810, these steel structures were documented as stranded wrecks in the region. The wreckage of the BRUNEI 70 is classified as a steel deck barge, with historical records indicating it was part of a salvage and tender process following its stranding. Mariners navigating the area should remain aware of this underwater obstruction, which is charted as a stranded wreck position.

Surveying Details

H4349/77 14.4.80 2 FLAT TOPPED STEEL DECK BARGES STRANDED IN 020400N, 1093718E APPROX. BRUNEI 810 [802TONS G] - SEE 47333 & BRUNEI 70 [670TONS G]. (D.Y. SEHEULT & ASS., LTR DTD 26.3.80) - CHART AS ST PA TO COVER BOTH BOTH WKS - BR STD. H4349/77 26.9.80 TENDERS REQUESTED FOR PURCHASE OF BARGES. POSN GIVEN AS 020230N, 1093600E. (D.Y. SEHEULT, 16.9.80) - NCA.

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 2 4 N,109 37.3 E
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FAQ

Where is the BRUNEI 70 wreck located?

The BRUNEI 70 wreck is located at coordinates 2 4 N,109 37.3 E.

How deep is the seabed around the BRUNEI 70?

The seabed around the BRUNEI 70 lies at approximately 1 meter deep.

When was the wreck of the BRUNEI 70 discovered?

The wreck of the BRUNEI 70 was discovered in 1980.

What type of wreck is the BRUNEI 70?

The BRUNEI 70 is classified as a barge.