Elias Howe Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Elias howe Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		11 35 N,45 50 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 11.583333
  • Longitude: 45.833333
Water Depth 1700 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ELIAS HOWE
Type liberty ship
Flag US
Length 128.9 m
Width 17.4 m
Draught 10.7
Tonnage 7176
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 24, 1943
Original Detection Year 1972
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Jul 31, 2019

Simplified Wreck Survey

The wreck of the Elias Howe is located at coordinates 11 35 N, 45 50 E, approximately off the coast of Somalia in the Gulf of Aden. This vessel sank on September 14, 1972. The site is recorded as an underwater obstruction for filing purposes only. The structural status of the wreck is noted as non-salvageable.

Surveying Details

14.9.72 SANK IN 113500N, 455000E APPROX. NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED AND SUNK BY JAPANESE SUBMARINE I 10 IN THE GULF OF ADEN WHILST ON PASSAGE DURBAN FOR ADEN. (DODS).

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FAQ

Where is the ELIAS HOWE wreck located?

The ELIAS HOWE wreck is located at coordinates 11 35 N,45 50 E.

How deep is the seabed around the ELIAS HOWE?

The seabed around the ELIAS HOWE lies at approximately 1700 meters deep.

When did the ELIAS HOWE sink?

The ELIAS HOWE sank on Sep 24, 1943.

When was the wreck of the ELIAS HOWE discovered?

The wreck of the ELIAS HOWE was discovered in 1972.

What country did the ELIAS HOWE belong to?

The ELIAS HOWE belonged to US.

What was the tonnage of the ELIAS HOWE?

The ELIAS HOWE had a tonnage of 7176 tons.

What type of wreck is the ELIAS HOWE?

The ELIAS HOWE is classified as a liberty ship.

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