Henlopen Wreck

Field Value
Henlopen Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		39 13.000 N,74 22.000 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 39.216660
  • Longitude: -74.366660
Reported Year 1936
Name HENLOPEN
Type barge
Flag US
Length 62.7 m
Width 9.8 m
Draught 3.8
Tonnage 765
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo 1212 tons pig iron
Date Sunk Aug 28, 1936

Circumstances of loss

FOUNDERED IN STRONG WIND

General Comments

Owner: South Transportation Co, Year Built: 1917, Where Built: Wilmington, DE, Construction: Wood, Home Port: Philadelphia, PA, Departure Port: New York, NY, Destination Port: Chester, PA, Master: Louis Robinson, Crew: 2, Passengers: 0, Lives Lost: 0, Ship Value: $17,500, Cargo Value: Unknown, Misc Information: #166732

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FAQ

Where is the HENLOPEN wreck located?

The HENLOPEN wreck is located at coordinates 39 13.000 N,74 22.000 W.

When did the HENLOPEN sink?

The HENLOPEN sank on Aug 28, 1936.

What country did the HENLOPEN belong to?

The HENLOPEN belonged to US.

What cargo was the HENLOPEN carrying?

The HENLOPEN was carrying 1212 tons pig iron.

What was the tonnage of the HENLOPEN?

The HENLOPEN had a tonnage of 765 tons.

What type of wreck is the HENLOPEN?

The HENLOPEN is classified as a barge.

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