Dong Won Catcher No 1 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Dong won catcher no 1 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		5 27 S,45 32 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -5.450000
  • Longitude: 45.533333
Water Depth 4500 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name DONG WON CATCHER NO 1
Type fishing vessel
Flag KP
Tonnage 20
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 11, 1978
Original Detection Year 1978
Last Detection Year 1978
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 18.6.78 VESSEL REPORTED CAPSIZED IN 052700S, 453200E APPROX, 450M E OF MOMBASA. EFFORTS TO SALVE VESSEL HAVE FAILED DUE TO HEAVY SEAS. (LL 17.6.78). NCA. 14.7.78 VESSEL REPORTED SUNK. (LL 13.7.78). NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Sep 9, 2003
WRECK MAP LOADING ... 5 27 S,45 32 E
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FAQ

Where is the DONG WON CATCHER NO 1 wreck located?

The DONG WON CATCHER NO 1 wreck is located at coordinates 5 27 S,45 32 E.

How deep is the seabed around the DONG WON CATCHER NO 1?

The seabed around the DONG WON CATCHER NO 1 lies at approximately 4500 meters deep.

When did the DONG WON CATCHER NO 1 sink?

The DONG WON CATCHER NO 1 sank on May 11, 1978.

When was the wreck of the DONG WON CATCHER NO 1 discovered?

The wreck of the DONG WON CATCHER NO 1 was discovered in 1978.

What country did the DONG WON CATCHER NO 1 belong to?

The DONG WON CATCHER NO 1 belonged to KP.

What was the tonnage of the DONG WON CATCHER NO 1?

The DONG WON CATCHER NO 1 had a tonnage of 20 tons.

What type of wreck is the DONG WON CATCHER NO 1?

The DONG WON CATCHER NO 1 is classified as a fishing vessel.

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