Indus 16 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Indus 16 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		33 2.3 S,71 37.557 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -33.038333
  • Longitude: -71.625950
Water Depth 24 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name INDUS 16
Type factory ship
Flag CL
Orientation 45
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 30, 1970
Original Detection Year 1970
Last Detection Year 1985
Original Source national HO/authority notice to mariners
Last Amended Date Jul 25, 2019

Simplified Wreck Survey

INDUS 16 underwater wreck located at 33 2.3 S, 71 37.557 W off the coast of Valparaiso, Chile, in the Pacific Ocean. This non-diving wreck lies in a Northeast-Southwest orientation, situated approximately 945 meters from the Molo de Abrigo Light.

Surveying Details

H2137/70 29.12.70 H2137/70 29.12.70 DW LIES 179DEGS, 936MTRS FROM MOLO DE ABRIGO LT. (VALPARAISO NM 277/70). INS IN 330217.5S, 713735.5W. - NM 69/71. H1277/85 24.7.86 H1277/85 24.7.86 NDW, LYING NE/SW, SHOWN IN 330211.8S, 713706W [PRP], OR 179DEGS, 945MTRS FROM MOLO DI ABRIGO HEAD LT, ON CHILEAN 511 [DEC '85 EDN]. AMENDED TO 330218S, 713735W. BR STD. 7.1.87 7.1.87 POSN AMENDED TO 330218S, 713733.4W [LOCAL FIT]. NE 1314.

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FAQ

Where is the INDUS 16 wreck located?

The INDUS 16 wreck is located at coordinates 33 2.3 S,71 37.557 W.

How deep is the seabed around the INDUS 16?

The seabed around the INDUS 16 lies at approximately 24 meters deep.

When did the INDUS 16 sink?

The INDUS 16 sank on Sep 30, 1970.

When was the wreck of the INDUS 16 discovered?

The wreck of the INDUS 16 was discovered in 1970.

What country did the INDUS 16 belong to?

The INDUS 16 belonged to CL.

What type of wreck is the INDUS 16?

The INDUS 16 is classified as a factory ship.

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