Housatonic Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status existence doubtful
Housatonic Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
30 11 N,19 24 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 30.183333
  • Longitude: -19.400000
Water Depth 4500 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HOUSATONIC
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 2, 1939
Original Detection Year 1995
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 4.10.95 VESSEL REPORTED SUNK NW OF CANARY ISLANDS IN 301100N, 192400W APPROX. (LLOYDS). NO REFERENCE TO LOSS OF HOUSATONIC IN STANDARD REFERENCE BOOKS. NCA.
Last Amended Date Apr 2, 2003
WRECK MAP LOADING ... 30 11 N,19 24 W
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FAQ

Where is the HOUSATONIC wreck located?

The HOUSATONIC wreck is located at coordinates 30 11 N,19 24 W.

How deep is the seabed around the HOUSATONIC?

The seabed around the HOUSATONIC lies at approximately 4500 meters deep.

When did the HOUSATONIC sink?

The HOUSATONIC sank on Nov 2, 1939.

When was the wreck of the HOUSATONIC discovered?

The wreck of the HOUSATONIC was discovered in 1995.