Golden Dolphin Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Golden dolphin Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		30 8 N,46 31 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 30.133333
  • Longitude: -46.516667
Water Depth 4500 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name GOLDEN DOLPHIN
Type steam ship
Flag US
Length 272.5 m
Width 32.2 m
Draught 19.7
Tonnage 44881
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 7, 1982
Original Detection Year 1982
Last Detection Year 1982
Original Source national HO authority radio navigational warning
Surveying Details H1279/82 9.3.82 H1279/82 9.3.82 VESSEL EXPLODED IN 300900N, 462300W. ASSISTENCE REQUESTED. (SIGNAL DTD 0621267, MARCH'82 NAVAREA IV 604/82(25)). H1279/82 9.3.82 H1279/82 9.3.82 WK IN 300800N, 463100W. (LL, 8.3.82). NCA, POSN FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Aug 20, 2010

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1974 BY NATIONAL STEEL & SHIP BUILDING CO, SAN DIEGO. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY AERON MARINE SHIPPING CO. PASSAGE NEW ORLEANS FOR PORT SAID. 25 CREWMEN DIED WHEN IN AN EMPTY TANK THAT EXPLODED & CAUGHT FIRE. AFTER THE 16 SURVIVORS ABANDONED, SHE DRIFTED ENGULFED IN FLAMES THEN SANK THE NEXT DAY. (MSD)

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FAQ

Where is the GOLDEN DOLPHIN wreck located?

The GOLDEN DOLPHIN wreck is located at coordinates 30 8 N,46 31 W.

How deep is the seabed around the GOLDEN DOLPHIN?

The seabed around the GOLDEN DOLPHIN lies at approximately 4500 meters deep.

When did the GOLDEN DOLPHIN sink?

The GOLDEN DOLPHIN sank on Mar 7, 1982.

When was the wreck of the GOLDEN DOLPHIN discovered?

The wreck of the GOLDEN DOLPHIN was discovered in 1982.

What country did the GOLDEN DOLPHIN belong to?

The GOLDEN DOLPHIN belonged to US.

What cargo was the GOLDEN DOLPHIN carrying?

The GOLDEN DOLPHIN was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the GOLDEN DOLPHIN?

The GOLDEN DOLPHIN had a tonnage of 44881 tons.

What type of wreck is the GOLDEN DOLPHIN?

The GOLDEN DOLPHIN is classified as a steam ship.

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