Goncalo Wreck
| Field |
Value |
| Wreck Category |
dangerous wreck |
Goncalo Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
|
2 20.343 S,44 14.327 W |
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
|
- Latitude: -2.339050
- Longitude: -44.238783
|
| Water Depth |
5 m
|
| Water Level Effect |
always under water/submerged |
| Vertical Datum |
Mean Low Water Springs |
| Name |
GONCALO |
|
Type
|
motor vessel
|
| Flag |
BR |
| Length |
99.7 m |
| Width |
15.2 m |
| Draught |
4.9 |
| Tonnage |
2025 |
| Tonnage Type |
gross |
| Cargo |
granular or powdery material
|
| Conspic Visual |
not visually conspicuous |
| Conspic Radar |
not radar conspicuous |
| Date Sunk |
Sep 1, 1966
|
| Original Detection Year |
1967 |
| Last Detection Year |
1987 |
| Original Source |
merchant ship |
| Last Amended Date |
Apr 11, 1990 |
Simplified Wreck Survey
The shipwreck GONCALO is an underwater obstruction located at coordinates 2 20.343 S, 44 14.327 W. This maritime wreck is situated off the coast of Brazil. Historical survey records indicate the site was originally identified as the MV HEMIMACTRA and later designated as the GONCALO. Throughout various hydrographic surveys between 1967 and 1990, the reported position of this underwater wreck has shifted slightly across different navigational charts. Current maritime data confirms the obstruction remains submerged at the specified coordinates near the Brazilian coastline. The site is monitored by the UK Hydrographic Office and recorded in international maritime records to ensure safe navigation for vessels in the area.
Surveying Details
H755/59 22.9.67 H755/59 22.9.67 ST IN 022030S, 441315W. (MV HEMIMACTRA HN). - NM 1794/67. H755/59 21.11.67 H755/59 21.11.67 NAME GIVEN TO ST IN SLIGHTLY DIFFERENT POSN. (RIO NM 106/67). NCA. H5367/68 14.1.70 H5367/68 14.1.70 ST SHOWN IN 022030S, 441430W ON BRAZILIAN 400,500. - NM BLOCK 1960/69. H755/59 18.10.74 H755/59 18.10.74 NOW STATED TO BE DW. (BRAZILIAN NM 152/74). BR STD. 11.8.79 11.8.79 SHOWN IN 022021S, 441420W ON BRAZILIAN 411 [1976 EDN]. INS IN 022023S, 441430W ON NC 535. 11.4.90 11.4.90 SHOWN IN 022020S, 441419W [COA] ON BRAZILIAN 411 [1987 EDN]. NC 535.
Circumstances of loss
BUILT IN 1942 BY NORFOLK NAVY YARD, PORTSMOUTH, VA. RAN AGROUND OFF ILHA DE SANTANA. PASSAGE RECIFE FOR SAO LUIZ. AFTER BEING REFLOATED LATER THE SAME DAY, HER HOLDS BECAME FLOODED, SHE WAS ABANDONED & EVENTUALLY SANK THE FOLLOWING DAY ON BANCO DAS ALMAS. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY COMERCIO E TRANSPORTES MUCURIPE, SA. (MSD)
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2 20.343 S,44 14.327 W
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FAQ
Where is the GONCALO wreck located?
The GONCALO wreck is located at coordinates 2 20.343 S,44 14.327 W.
How deep is the seabed around the GONCALO?
The seabed around the GONCALO lies at approximately 5 meters deep.
When did the GONCALO sink?
The GONCALO sank on Sep 1, 1966.
When was the wreck of the GONCALO discovered?
The wreck of the GONCALO was discovered in 1967.
What country did the GONCALO belong to?
The GONCALO belonged to BR.
What cargo was the GONCALO carrying?
The GONCALO was carrying granular or powdery material.
What was the tonnage of the GONCALO?
The GONCALO had a tonnage of 2025 tons.
What type of wreck is the GONCALO?
The GONCALO is classified as a motor vessel.