Cumana Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Cumana Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		8 17.2 N,62 51 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 8.286667
  • Longitude: -62.850000
Water Depth 3 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Low Water Springs
Name CUMANA
Type tug
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 21, 1976
Original Detection Year 1976
Last Detection Year 2010
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 1.9.76 1.9.76 REPORTED SUNK IN 081712N, 625100W. (LL, 25.8.76). NCA. 20.4.10 SEP 2007000092973 20.4.10 NOT SHOWN ON VENEZUELAN O-B-24 [REVISED 3.5.2003]. AMENDED TO DEAD. NC 3320.
Last Amended Date Apr 20, 2010

Circumstances of loss

25.8.76 SANK ALONGSIDE PIER (?MATANZAS) IN RIVER ORINOCO, AFTER BEING STRUCK BY 1500TONS CONCRETE CYLINDER 75FT BY 50FT DIAMETER) WHICH BROKE LOOSE FROM MOORINGS AND DRIFTED ABOUT 5M DOWN RIVER. (LL, 25.8.76)

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FAQ

Where is the CUMANA wreck located?

The CUMANA wreck is located at coordinates 8 17.2 N,62 51 W.

How deep is the seabed around the CUMANA?

The seabed around the CUMANA lies at approximately 3 meters deep.

When did the CUMANA sink?

The CUMANA sank on Aug 21, 1976.

When was the wreck of the CUMANA discovered?

The wreck of the CUMANA was discovered in 1976.

What type of wreck is the CUMANA?

The CUMANA is classified as a tug.

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