Independence Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Independence Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		10 59.5 N,65 28.5 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 10.991667
  • Longitude: -65.475000
Water Depth 40 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name INDEPENDENCE
Type motor vessel
Flag BR
Tonnage 305
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 13, 1974
Original Detection Year 1974
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 18.5.74 18.5.74 STRANDED ABOUT 5 MILES W OF LIGHTHOUSE, ISLA LA TORTUGA. (LL 216). POSN 105930N, 652830W FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Jun 15, 2009

Circumstances of loss

STRANDED.

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FAQ

Where is the INDEPENDENCE wreck located?

The INDEPENDENCE wreck is located at coordinates 10 59.5 N,65 28.5 W.

How deep is the seabed around the INDEPENDENCE?

The seabed around the INDEPENDENCE lies at approximately 40 meters deep.

When did the INDEPENDENCE sink?

The INDEPENDENCE sank on May 13, 1974.

When was the wreck of the INDEPENDENCE discovered?

The wreck of the INDEPENDENCE was discovered in 1974.

What country did the INDEPENDENCE belong to?

The INDEPENDENCE belonged to BR.

What cargo was the INDEPENDENCE carrying?

The INDEPENDENCE was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the INDEPENDENCE?

The INDEPENDENCE had a tonnage of 305 tons.

What type of wreck is the INDEPENDENCE?

The INDEPENDENCE is classified as a motor vessel.

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