Independencia Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Independencia Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		0 43 S,170 24 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -0.716667
  • Longitude: -170.400000
Water Depth 5000 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name INDEPENDENCIA
Type motor vessel
Flag VC
Length 139.9 m
Width 19.2 m
Draught 8.2
Tonnage 6194
Tonnage Type displacement
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 10, 1991
Original Detection Year 1991
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Jul 17, 2007

Simplified Wreck Survey

The shipwreck Independencia is located at coordinates 0 43 S, 170 24 W in the Pacific Ocean. This underwater wreck site was officially recorded following its sinking at this position. The structural remains of the Independencia are currently documented for navigational records and historical maritime filing.

Surveying Details

HH132/350/01 29.1.92 SANK IN 004300S, 1702400W, APPROX. (LL 12 & 15.12.91). NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1941. PASSAGE ECUADOR FOR CHINA FOR SCRAPPING. EX- US ATTACK CARGO SHIP; EX- PERUVIAN NAVAL TRANSPORT/TRAINING V.

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FAQ

Where is the INDEPENDENCIA wreck located?

The INDEPENDENCIA wreck is located at coordinates 0 43 S,170 24 W.

How deep is the seabed around the INDEPENDENCIA?

The seabed around the INDEPENDENCIA lies at approximately 5000 meters deep.

When did the INDEPENDENCIA sink?

The INDEPENDENCIA sank on Dec 10, 1991.

When was the wreck of the INDEPENDENCIA discovered?

The wreck of the INDEPENDENCIA was discovered in 1991.

What country did the INDEPENDENCIA belong to?

The INDEPENDENCIA belonged to VC.

What was the tonnage of the INDEPENDENCIA?

The INDEPENDENCIA had a tonnage of 6194 tons.

What type of wreck is the INDEPENDENCIA?

The INDEPENDENCIA is classified as a motor vessel.

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