Ilya Mechnikov Wreck
| Field |
Value |
| Wreck Category |
dangerous wreck |
Ilya mechnikov Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
|
34 55.79 N,35 51.59 E |
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
|
- Latitude: 34.929833
- Longitude: 35.859833
|
| Water Depth |
12 m
|
| Water Level Effect |
always under water/submerged |
| Vertical Datum |
Lowest Astronomical Tide |
| Name |
ILYA MECHNIKOV |
|
Type
|
steam ship
|
| Flag |
RU |
| Length |
129.5 m |
| Width |
16.8 m |
| Draught |
7.6 |
| Tonnage |
4105 |
| Tonnage Type |
gross |
| Conspic Visual |
not visually conspicuous |
| Conspic Radar |
not radar conspicuous |
| Date Sunk |
Oct 12, 1973
|
| Bottom Texture |
Sand |
| Original Detection Year |
1973 |
| Last Detection Year |
1999 |
| Original Source |
Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports |
| Last Amended Date |
Jan 30, 1999 |
Simplified Wreck Survey
The shipwreck ILYA MECHNIKOV is a submerged underwater obstruction located off the coast of Tartous, Syria. The wreck lies at the geographic coordinates 34 55.79 N, 35 51.59 E. Originally reported as stranded in 1974, the vessel underwent salvage operations in 1983 during which the upperworks were removed. Today, the remaining structure of the ILYA MECHNIKOV exists as a Dangerous Wreck (DW) situated on the seabed. Mariners and divers should note the obstruction is located near the Tartous breakwater area, with its precise position documented in international hydrographic charts.
Surveying Details
13.6.74 REPD STRANDED AT TARTOUS. ALL ABOVE MAIN DECK VISIBLE. (LL 216) H3177/64 12.6.75 STRANDED 013DEG, 1.22M FROM TARTOUS S B'WATER LT. (TOR NERLANDIA. HN). CHART IN 345542N, 355124E. - NM 1282/75. H2209/66 20.6.75 CONFIRMED AS ILYA MECHNIKOV. (ROSTOK NM 1172(19)/75). NFA. H3305/74 25.11.77 POSN 011DEG, 1.16M FROM FL.G LT ON W B'WATER. (SYRIAN NM 3/77). NCA. H3177/64 30.12.83 UPPERWORKS REMOVED DURING SALVAGE OPS. REST REMAINS UNDERWATER. (LL. 19.8.83). CHART AS DW IN 345448N, 355136E [EUR]. NC 2633. 30.1.99 DW SHOWN IN 3455.79N, 3551.59E [UND] ON FRENCH 7513 [1998 EDN - INT 3669]. NC 1579.
Circumstances of loss
HIT BY GUIDED MISSILE FIRED BY ISRAELI FORCES AND SUNK. (LL).
WRECK MAP LOADING ...
34 55.79 N,35 51.59 E
Ilya Mechnikov on Wreck Map
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FAQ
Where is the ILYA MECHNIKOV wreck located?
The ILYA MECHNIKOV wreck is located at coordinates 34 55.79 N,35 51.59 E.
How deep is the seabed around the ILYA MECHNIKOV?
The seabed around the ILYA MECHNIKOV lies at approximately 12 meters deep.
When did the ILYA MECHNIKOV sink?
The ILYA MECHNIKOV sank on Oct 12, 1973.
When was the wreck of the ILYA MECHNIKOV discovered?
The wreck of the ILYA MECHNIKOV was discovered in 1973.
What country did the ILYA MECHNIKOV belong to?
The ILYA MECHNIKOV belonged to RU.
What was the tonnage of the ILYA MECHNIKOV?
The ILYA MECHNIKOV had a tonnage of 4105 tons.
What type of wreck is the ILYA MECHNIKOV?
The ILYA MECHNIKOV is classified as a steam ship.