Elbe Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Elbe Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		38 0 N,16 30 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 38.000000
  • Longitude: 16.500000
Water Depth 1280 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Low Water Springs
Name ELBE
Type motor vessel
Flag PA
Length 57.3 m
Width 8.8 m
Draught 3.4
Tonnage 498
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo scrap metal,ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 25, 1984
Original Detection Year 1984
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H4978/72 14.9.84 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 17M OFF BOVALINO BEACH APPROX, [380000N, 163000E APPROX], IN ABOUT 1200MTRS OF WATER. NO SALVAGE PROSPECT. (LL 295). NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Nov 26, 2014

Circumstances of loss

SANK, CAUSE UNKNOWN. NO SALVAGED PROSPECTS. CREW OF SEVEN SAFE. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the ELBE wreck located?

The ELBE wreck is located at coordinates 38 0 N,16 30 E.

How deep is the seabed around the ELBE?

The seabed around the ELBE lies at approximately 1280 meters deep.

When did the ELBE sink?

The ELBE sank on May 25, 1984.

When was the wreck of the ELBE discovered?

The wreck of the ELBE was discovered in 1984.

What country did the ELBE belong to?

The ELBE belonged to PA.

What cargo was the ELBE carrying?

The ELBE was carrying scrap metal,ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined.

What was the tonnage of the ELBE?

The ELBE had a tonnage of 498 tons.

What type of wreck is the ELBE?

The ELBE is classified as a motor vessel.

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