Hewgan Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Hewgan Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		6 21.95 N,10 48.4 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 6.365833
  • Longitude: -10.806667
Water Depth 8 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HEWGAN
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 7, 1958
Original Detection Year 1958
Last Detection Year 1989
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Jul 1, 2003

Simplified Wreck Survey

The shipwreck HEWGAN is a documented underwater obstruction located off the coast of Monrovia, Liberia, near the Cape Mesurado Lighthouse. The wreck site is centered at coordinates 6 21.95 N, 10 48.4 W. Historical survey data from the UK Hydrographic Office notes the vessel has been subject to salvage operations and breaking up, leaving a scattered structural footprint on the seabed. Originally reported as a steel vessel, the wreckage is well broken and remains a significant underwater obstruction for maritime navigation in the region. Mariners are advised to exercise caution when transiting the waters near the Cape Mesurado approach, as the position reflects the historical debris field of the HEWGAN wreck.

Surveying Details

ST IN POSN 013DEG, 2.88MILES FROM CAPE MESURADO LT. (LL). H6318/59 4.2.60 ST IN 062130N, 104818W. (USNM 5382/59). - NM 2943/59. H1444/60 14.7.61 WK IN PROCESS OF BEING BROKEN UP. POSN AMENDED TO APPROX 4.5 CABLES NNW. (MV TRLISSICK, & MVANDONI HN). 16.5.89 SHOWN IN POSN 17.5 DEG. 9.5 CABLES FROM LT ON N BREAKWATER ON GERMAN 639. [WGD] POSN: 062157N, 104824W. NC 2478.

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FAQ

Where is the HEWGAN wreck located?

The HEWGAN wreck is located at coordinates 6 21.95 N,10 48.4 W.

How deep is the seabed around the HEWGAN?

The seabed around the HEWGAN lies at approximately 8 meters deep.

When did the HEWGAN sink?

The HEWGAN sank on Apr 7, 1958.

When was the wreck of the HEWGAN discovered?

The wreck of the HEWGAN was discovered in 1958.

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