D.g.kerr Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
D.g.kerr Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		36 58 N,24 55 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 36.966667
  • Longitude: -24.916667
Water Depth 1500 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name D.G.KERR
Type bulk carrier
Flag CA
Length 182.9 m
Width 18.4 m
Draught 9.8
Tonnage 8017
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 12, 1980
Original Detection Year 1980
Last Detection Year 2009
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 16.12.80 VESSEL SANK ABOUT 8M E OF SANTA MARIA ISLAND, AZORES. (LL, 17.12.80). NCA, POSN 365600N, 250900W FOR FILING ONLY. 15.5.09 DATA RE-ASSESSED. LLOYDS REPORT STATES VESSEL SANK 8M E OF SANAT MARIA. GIVES POSN 3658.00N, 2455.00W. NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date May 15, 2009

Circumstances of loss

BUILT 1916 BY AMERICAN SHIP CO., LORAIN, OHIO. VESSEL SANK WHILST UNDER TOW BY FEDERAL 6 TO BREAKERS IN SPAIN, ABOUT 8M E OF SANTA MARIA ISLAND, AZORES. THIS EVENT FOLLOWED A SEQUENCE OF DISASTERS AT DULUTH AND SYDNEY, NOVA SCOTIA. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the D.G.KERR wreck located?

The D.G.KERR wreck is located at coordinates 36 58 N,24 55 W.

How deep is the seabed around the D.G.KERR?

The seabed around the D.G.KERR lies at approximately 1500 meters deep.

When did the D.G.KERR sink?

The D.G.KERR sank on Dec 12, 1980.

When was the wreck of the D.G.KERR discovered?

The wreck of the D.G.KERR was discovered in 1980.

What country did the D.G.KERR belong to?

The D.G.KERR belonged to CA.

What was the tonnage of the D.G.KERR?

The D.G.KERR had a tonnage of 8017 tons.

What type of wreck is the D.G.KERR?

The D.G.KERR is classified as a bulk carrier.

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