Colombia Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Colombia Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		6 28.633 S,80 51.5 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -6.477217
  • Longitude: -80.858333
Water Depth 0 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Mean Low Water Springs
Name COLOMBIA
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 109.5 m
Width 13.2 m
Draught 5.9
Tonnage 3335
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 9, 1907
Original Detection Year 1907
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Mar 4, 2009

Simplified Wreck Survey

The shipwreck Colombia is located off the coast of Lobos Island, Peru, at coordinates 6 28.633 S, 80 51.5 W. This underwater wreck, originally reported on September 25, 1972, after running aground at Saenze Point, remains a significant underwater obstruction in the region. Surveying details confirm the vessel's final resting place near the coastline, providing essential navigational data for mariners and researchers tracking historical maritime incidents. The site is cataloged for official hydrographic records, serving as a permanent underwater landmark for those studying shipwrecks in these coastal waters.

Surveying Details

25.9.72 25.9.72 WRECKED ON SAENZE POINT, LOBOS ISLAND. (DODS). POSN 062838S, 805130W FOR FILING ONLY.

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE PAYTA FOR ETEN. WRECKED ON SAENZE POINT.

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 6 28.633 S,80 51.5 W
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FAQ

Where is the COLOMBIA wreck located?

The COLOMBIA wreck is located at coordinates 6 28.633 S,80 51.5 W.

When did the COLOMBIA sink?

The COLOMBIA sank on Aug 9, 1907.

When was the wreck of the COLOMBIA discovered?

The wreck of the COLOMBIA was discovered in 1907.

What country did the COLOMBIA belong to?

The COLOMBIA belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the COLOMBIA?

The COLOMBIA had a tonnage of 3335 tons.

What type of wreck is the COLOMBIA?

The COLOMBIA is classified as a steam ship.

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