James B Stephens Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
James b stephens Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
30 0 S,33 0 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -30.000000
  • Longitude: 33.000000
Water Depth 1950 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name JAMES B STEPHENS
Type steam ship
Length 134.4 m
Width 17.4 m
Draught 11.3
Tonnage 7176
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 8, 1943
Original Detection Year 1943
Original Source other
Surveying Details 15.9.72 SUNK OFF DURBAN. (LIBERTY SHIPS). POSN 300000S, 330000E FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Sep 10, 2012

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED.

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FAQ

Where is the JAMES B STEPHENS wreck located?

The JAMES B STEPHENS wreck is located at coordinates 30 0 S,33 0 E.

How deep is the seabed around the JAMES B STEPHENS?

The seabed around the JAMES B STEPHENS lies at approximately 1950 meters deep.

When did the JAMES B STEPHENS sink?

The JAMES B STEPHENS sank on Mar 8, 1943.

When was the wreck of the JAMES B STEPHENS discovered?

The wreck of the JAMES B STEPHENS was discovered in 1943.

What was the tonnage of the JAMES B STEPHENS?

The JAMES B STEPHENS had a tonnage of 7176 tons.

What type of wreck is the JAMES B STEPHENS?

The JAMES B STEPHENS is classified as a steam ship.