Caroni River (Part Of) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Caroni river (part of) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
50 6.969 N,5 1.913 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.116150
  • Longitude: -5.031883
Wreck Depth 16.8 m
Water Depth 21 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CARONI RIVER (PART OF)
Type tanker
Flag GB
Tonnage 7807
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 20, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Last Detection Year 1996
Original Source unknown
Surveying Details HH090/638/01 3.9.96 WK LOCATED IN 500701N, 050155.5W. SEE DETAILS ON WK RECORD 16314. (HMS BULLDOG, HI 638). AMENDED TO DEAD.
Last Amended Date Oct 14, 2009

Circumstances of loss

MINED.

General Comments

See Also: 16314

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FAQ

Where is the CARONI RIVER (PART OF) wreck located?

The CARONI RIVER (PART OF) wreck is located at coordinates 50 6.969 N,5 1.913 W.

How deep is the CARONI RIVER (PART OF) and where exactly is it located?

The CARONI RIVER (PART OF) lies at a depth of about 16.8 meters and is located at coordinates 50 6.969 N,5 1.913 W.

How deep is the seabed around the CARONI RIVER (PART OF)?

The seabed around the CARONI RIVER (PART OF) lies at approximately 21 meters deep.

When did the CARONI RIVER (PART OF) sink?

The CARONI RIVER (PART OF) sank on Jan 20, 1940.

When was the wreck of the CARONI RIVER (PART OF) discovered?

The wreck of the CARONI RIVER (PART OF) was discovered in 1940.

What country did the CARONI RIVER (PART OF) belong to?

The CARONI RIVER (PART OF) belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the CARONI RIVER (PART OF)?

The CARONI RIVER (PART OF) had a tonnage of 7807 tons.

What type of wreck is the CARONI RIVER (PART OF)?

The CARONI RIVER (PART OF) is classified as a tanker.