Buckeye Monitor Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Buckeye monitor Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		43 30 N,30 15 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 43.500000
  • Longitude: -30.250000
Water Depth 2200 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BUCKEYE MONITOR
Type steam ship
Flag US
Length 162.5 m
Width 17.7 m
Draught 9.4
Tonnage 7377
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 16, 1973
Original Detection Year 1973
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Oct 25, 2004

Simplified Wreck Survey

The shipwreck Buckeye Monitor sank on December 19, 1973, and is located at coordinates 43 30 N, 30 15 W in the North Atlantic Ocean. The wreck position is approximate. This underwater obstruction represents a historical maritime site recorded in hydrographic surveys.

Surveying Details

19.12.73 19.12.73 SANK IN 433000N, 301500W APPROX. (LL 214 & 215). NCA.

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1913 BY AMERICAN SHIPBUILDING CO, LORAIN. PASSAGE QUEBEC FOR SANTANDER UNDER TOW OF M TUG SEETRANS 1 TO BE BROKEN UP. SANK FOLLOWING AN INRUSH OF WATER THROUGH A TEAR FROM THE MAIN DECK AMIDSHIPS TO BELOW THE LOADLINE ON THE STARBOARD SIDE. (MSD).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 43 30 N,30 15 W
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FAQ

Where is the BUCKEYE MONITOR wreck located?

The BUCKEYE MONITOR wreck is located at coordinates 43 30 N,30 15 W.

How deep is the seabed around the BUCKEYE MONITOR?

The seabed around the BUCKEYE MONITOR lies at approximately 2200 meters deep.

When did the BUCKEYE MONITOR sink?

The BUCKEYE MONITOR sank on Dec 16, 1973.

When was the wreck of the BUCKEYE MONITOR discovered?

The wreck of the BUCKEYE MONITOR was discovered in 1973.

What country did the BUCKEYE MONITOR belong to?

The BUCKEYE MONITOR belonged to US.

What was the tonnage of the BUCKEYE MONITOR?

The BUCKEYE MONITOR had a tonnage of 7377 tons.

What type of wreck is the BUCKEYE MONITOR?

The BUCKEYE MONITOR is classified as a steam ship.

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