El Zarate Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status lifted
El zarate Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		34 49.8 S,57 52.633 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -34.830000
  • Longitude: -57.877217
Water Depth 3 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name EL ZARATE
Type tug
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 12, 1959
Original Detection Year 1959
Last Detection Year 1962
Original Source national HO/authority notice to mariners
Surveying Details H633/60 3.2.60 WK IN 344948S, 575238W. (BUENOS AIRES NM 187(P)/59). NCA, POSN FOR FILING ONLY. H633/60 REFLOATED. (BUENOS AIRES NM 36/62). AMENDED TO LIFT.
Last Amended Date Apr 1, 2019

Circumstances of loss

SANK NEAR KM 4 OFF LA PLATA CHANNEL AFTER COLLISION WITH 'JUNCAL'. (LLOYDS)

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FAQ

Where is the EL ZARATE wreck located?

The EL ZARATE wreck is located at coordinates 34 49.8 S,57 52.633 W.

How deep is the seabed around the EL ZARATE?

The seabed around the EL ZARATE lies at approximately 3 meters deep.

When did the EL ZARATE sink?

The EL ZARATE sank on Nov 12, 1959.

When was the wreck of the EL ZARATE discovered?

The wreck of the EL ZARATE was discovered in 1959.

What type of wreck is the EL ZARATE?

The EL ZARATE is classified as a tug.

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