Dong Won No 505 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Dong won no 505 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
28 8.09 N,15 24.1 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 28.134833
  • Longitude: -15.401667
Water Depth 59 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name DONG WON NO 505
Type fishing vessel
Flag KP
Length 40.2 m
Tonnage 294
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 1, 1977
Original Detection Year 1979
Last Detection Year 2016
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 23.3.79 VESSEL REPORTED SUNK OFF LAS PALMAS. (LLOYDS VOL.235). NCA, POSN 280800N, 152400W FOR FILING ONLY. SEP 2016/000040555 15.4.16 NOT SHOWN ON ES506100 [ED4.0, DTD 3.2.16]. AMEND DEAD.
Last Amended Date Apr 15, 2016

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, SUNK DURING BUNKERING OPS OFF LAS PALMAS. (LLOYDS VOL.235).

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FAQ

Where is the DONG WON NO 505 wreck located?

The DONG WON NO 505 wreck is located at coordinates 28 8.09 N,15 24.1 W.

How deep is the seabed around the DONG WON NO 505?

The seabed around the DONG WON NO 505 lies at approximately 59 meters deep.

When did the DONG WON NO 505 sink?

The DONG WON NO 505 sank on Aug 1, 1977.

When was the wreck of the DONG WON NO 505 discovered?

The wreck of the DONG WON NO 505 was discovered in 1979.

What country did the DONG WON NO 505 belong to?

The DONG WON NO 505 belonged to KP.

What was the tonnage of the DONG WON NO 505?

The DONG WON NO 505 had a tonnage of 294 tons.

What type of wreck is the DONG WON NO 505?

The DONG WON NO 505 is classified as a fishing vessel.