Christian Bird Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Christian bird Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
4 52.75 N,6 13 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 4.879167
  • Longitude: -6.216667
Water Depth 3 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CHRISTIAN BIRD
Type tanker
Cargo flammable liquids and gases,oil
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 23, 1976
Original Detection Year 1976
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 8.11.76 8.11.76 STRANDED NEAR NIEGA VILLAGE ABOUT 10 MILES WEST OF SASSANDRA. (LL 6.11.76). POSN 045245N, 061300W FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Jul 7, 2003

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE ABIDJAN FOR SAN PEDRO, IVORY COAST. CARGO AND VESSEL TOTAL LOSS. (LL).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 4 52.75 N,6 13 W
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FAQ

Where is the CHRISTIAN BIRD wreck located?

The CHRISTIAN BIRD wreck is located at coordinates 4 52.75 N,6 13 W.

How deep is the seabed around the CHRISTIAN BIRD?

The seabed around the CHRISTIAN BIRD lies at approximately 3 meters deep.

When did the CHRISTIAN BIRD sink?

The CHRISTIAN BIRD sank on Jun 23, 1976.

When was the wreck of the CHRISTIAN BIRD discovered?

The wreck of the CHRISTIAN BIRD was discovered in 1976.

What cargo was the CHRISTIAN BIRD carrying?

The CHRISTIAN BIRD was carrying flammable liquids and gases,oil.

What type of wreck is the CHRISTIAN BIRD?

The CHRISTIAN BIRD is classified as a tanker.