Hades Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Hades Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
4 35.05 N,5 22.083 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 4.584167
  • Longitude: 5.368050
Water Depth 36 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HADES
Type dredger
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 22, 1978
Original Detection Year 1978
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 24.4.78 24.4.78 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 043503N, 052205E IN 118FT OF WATER. SALVAGE WILL BE DIFFICULT. (LL, 31.3.78 & 22.4.78). NCA YET.
Last Amended Date Jul 17, 2003

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL SUNK OFF PENNINGTON OIL FIELD, WHILE UNDER TOW FROM LAGOS FOR PORT HARCOURT. (LL).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 4 35.05 N,5 22.083 E
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FAQ

Where is the HADES wreck located?

The HADES wreck is located at coordinates 4 35.05 N,5 22.083 E.

How deep is the seabed around the HADES?

The seabed around the HADES lies at approximately 36 meters deep.

When did the HADES sink?

The HADES sank on Mar 22, 1978.

When was the wreck of the HADES discovered?

The wreck of the HADES was discovered in 1978.

What type of wreck is the HADES?

The HADES is classified as a dredger.