Kasenga Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Kasenga Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		37 39.097 N,0 36.82 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 37.651617
  • Longitude: -0.613667
Water Depth 85 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Sea Level
Name KASENGA
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 4652
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 1, 1917
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 2015
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H413/62 19.2.62 VESSEL IN 373910N, 003645W [APPROX] OR 1.75M E OF HORMIGA ROCK. REQUESTS FOR DETAILS FROM SPANISH EMBASSY FOR SALVAGE RIGHTS. (LLOYDS LIST, D M 18779/61). NCA, POSN TOO VAGUE TO CHART. SEP 2015/000248394 18.12.15 NOT SHOWN ON SPANISH 471A (EDN SEPT 2015, COR TO 31.10.15). AMEND DEAD.
Last Amended Date Dec 18, 2015

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, ON PASSAGE FROM NEWPORT NEWS TO MARSEILLES. TORPEDOED & SUNK BY GERMAN SUBMARINE, 1.75M E OF HOMAGES ROCK, CABO DE PALOS. (LL WW1SL). VESSEL, TORPEDOED & SUNK BY SUBMARINE 2M FROM HORMIGAS, CABO DE PALOS. (WW1SL).

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FAQ

Where is the KASENGA wreck located?

The KASENGA wreck is located at coordinates 37 39.097 N,0 36.82 W.

How deep is the seabed around the KASENGA?

The seabed around the KASENGA lies at approximately 85 meters deep.

When did the KASENGA sink?

The KASENGA sank on Apr 1, 1917.

When was the wreck of the KASENGA discovered?

The wreck of the KASENGA was discovered in 1917.

What country did the KASENGA belong to?

The KASENGA belonged to GB.

What cargo was the KASENGA carrying?

The KASENGA was carrying general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the KASENGA?

The KASENGA had a tonnage of 4652 tons.

What type of wreck is the KASENGA?

The KASENGA is classified as a steam ship.

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