Caribe Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Caribe Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		18 41 N,66 10 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 18.683333
  • Longitude: -66.166667
Water Depth 1700 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CARIBE
Type barge
Flag US
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 17, 1990
Original Detection Year 1990
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details HH671/351/01 6.7.90 DECLARED CONSTRUCTIVE TOTAL LOSS. SCUTTLED IN 184100N, 661000W, APPROX. (LL 7,22.6.90). NCA.
Last Amended Date Dec 12, 2007

Circumstances of loss

9.3.90 BROKE FROM TOW OF TUG VENUS DURING HEAVY WEATHER AND STRANDED AT SAN JUAN ON 9.3.90. REFLOATED AND SCUTTLED IN DEEP WATER.

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FAQ

Where is the CARIBE wreck located?

The CARIBE wreck is located at coordinates 18 41 N,66 10 W.

How deep is the seabed around the CARIBE?

The seabed around the CARIBE lies at approximately 1700 meters deep.

When did the CARIBE sink?

The CARIBE sank on May 17, 1990.

When was the wreck of the CARIBE discovered?

The wreck of the CARIBE was discovered in 1990.

What country did the CARIBE belong to?

The CARIBE belonged to US.

What type of wreck is the CARIBE?

The CARIBE is classified as a barge.

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