Castor Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Castor Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		5 51.929 N,10 3.546 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 5.865483
  • Longitude: -10.059100
Water Depth 0 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CASTOR
Type tug
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 2004
Original Source survey vessel
Last Amended Date May 19, 2004

Simplified Wreck Survey

The wreck of the CASTOR is located at coordinates 5 51.929 N, 10 3.546 W off the coast of Liberia, situated between Grand Bassa Point and the root of the north breakwater. This underwater obstruction, identified as the CASTOR, was confirmed via geo-referencing. The wreck site, determined by GPS, represents a significant underwater navigational hazard in these coastal waters. Survey data confirms the precise position of the CASTOR wreck at 5 51.929 N, 10 3.546 W for maritime charting and safety purposes.

Surveying Details

14.4.04 14.4.04 ST IN 0551.937N, 1003.544W [WGD]. POSN BY GPS. LIES BETWEEN GRAND BASSA POINT AND ROOT OF N BREAKWATER. (HMNLS ROTTERDAM, M4051/1). BR STD. 19.5.04 19.5.04 LOCAL FIT WGD POSN OBTAINED BY GEO-REFERENCING: 0551.929N, 1003.546W. NE 3648.

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FAQ

Where is the CASTOR wreck located?

The CASTOR wreck is located at coordinates 5 51.929 N,10 3.546 W.

When was the wreck of the CASTOR discovered?

The wreck of the CASTOR was discovered in 2004.

What type of wreck is the CASTOR?

The CASTOR is classified as a tug.

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