Castro Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Castro Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
33 2.447 S,71 37.333 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -33.040783
  • Longitude: -71.622217
Water Depth 1 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CASTRO
Type steam ship
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1961
Last Detection Year 1985
Original Source national HO/authority notice to mariners
Surveying Details H4506/61 16.10.61 ST IN 244DEGS, 760MTRS FROM NW CORNER OF MUELLE BARON. (VALPARAISO NMS 187 & 202/61). INS IN 330226.8S, 713720W. BR STD. H5519/68 2.8.74 WK NO LONGER VISIBLE. (CHILEAN NM 12/107/74). AMEND TO DW. BR STD. 22.8.83 SHOWN AS ST ON CHILEAN 503. AMEND TO ST. NE 1314. 25.7.86 NOW SHOWN IN 330220.5S, 713650.5W [PRP], OR 161DEGS, 1280MTRS FROM MOLO DE ABRIGO HEAD LT ON CHILEAN 511 [DEC '85 EDN]. NCA.
Last Amended Date Jul 25, 2019
WRECK MAP LOADING ... 33 2.447 S,71 37.333 W
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FAQ

Where is the CASTRO wreck located?

The CASTRO wreck is located at coordinates 33 2.447 S,71 37.333 W.

How deep is the seabed around the CASTRO?

The seabed around the CASTRO lies at approximately 1 meter deep.

When was the wreck of the CASTRO discovered?

The wreck of the CASTRO was discovered in 1961.

What type of wreck is the CASTRO?

The CASTRO is classified as a steam ship.