Chow Kam Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Chow kam Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		22 33 N,115 54 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 22.550000
  • Longitude: 115.900000
Water Depth 29 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CHOW KAM
Type fishing vessel
Tonnage 199
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 26, 1999
Original Detection Year 1999
Last Detection Year 2004
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details HH548/448/04 17.3.99 SANK IN 2233.0N, 11554.0E [UND]. (LL 1.3.99). INS AS DWPA. - NM 1438/99. HH548/448/08 18.1.05 NOT SHOWN ON CHINESE 15010 [2004 EDN, 1:500,000]. DELETE. - NM 1068/05.
Last Amended Date Feb 23, 2005

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1951. SANK AFTER COLLISION WITH UNKNOWN OCEAN-GOING VESSEL. OF CREW OF FIVE, FOUR RESCUED, ONE MISSING.

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FAQ

Where is the CHOW KAM wreck located?

The CHOW KAM wreck is located at coordinates 22 33 N,115 54 E.

How deep is the seabed around the CHOW KAM?

The seabed around the CHOW KAM lies at approximately 29 meters deep.

When did the CHOW KAM sink?

The CHOW KAM sank on Feb 26, 1999.

When was the wreck of the CHOW KAM discovered?

The wreck of the CHOW KAM was discovered in 1999.

What was the tonnage of the CHOW KAM?

The CHOW KAM had a tonnage of 199 tons.

What type of wreck is the CHOW KAM?

The CHOW KAM is classified as a fishing vessel.

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