Elsie Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Elsie Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		14 54.06 N,23 15.64 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 14.901000
  • Longitude: -23.260667
Water Depth 2900 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ELSIE
Type carrier
Flag CV
Length 14.3 m
Width 2.7 m
Draught 0.9
Tonnage 300
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 24, 1978
Original Detection Year 1978
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 26.6.78 SANK IN PA 145400N, 231600W. (LL 28.6.78). NCA.
Last Amended Date Oct 20, 2005

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE DAKAR FOR PRAIA. SANK IN DEEP WATER AFTER WATER ENTERED HOLD. FOUR LOST. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the ELSIE wreck located?

The ELSIE wreck is located at coordinates 14 54.06 N,23 15.64 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ELSIE?

The seabed around the ELSIE lies at approximately 2900 meters deep.

When did the ELSIE sink?

The ELSIE sank on Jun 24, 1978.

When was the wreck of the ELSIE discovered?

The wreck of the ELSIE was discovered in 1978.

What country did the ELSIE belong to?

The ELSIE belonged to CV.

What was the tonnage of the ELSIE?

The ELSIE had a tonnage of 300 tons.

What type of wreck is the ELSIE?

The ELSIE is classified as a carrier.

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