Kumari (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Kumari (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		21 56.03 N,68 51.01 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 21.933833
  • Longitude: 68.850167
Water Depth 54 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name KUMARI (POSSIBLY)
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 69.5 m
Width 10.1 m
Draught 4.9
Tonnage 1190
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo natural fibres and materials in general: unprocessed and products,grain
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 14, 1932
Bottom Texture Rock
Original Detection Year 1932
Last Detection Year 2018
Original Source unknown
Last Amended Date Aug 20, 2018

Simplified Wreck Survey

Underwater wreck survey details for the SS Kumari, possibly sunken near Dwarka, India, featuring historical position updates from 1932 to 1996, charted as a non-dangerous wreck with coordinates 21 56.03 N, 68 51.01 E in the Arabian Sea.

Surveying Details

H5166/32 20.7.32 SS KUMARI SUNK 20M S OF DWARKA LT. POSN APPROX 215400N, 685730E. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). NCA. H1127/64 14.4.64 NDW PA IN 215600N, 685100E. (INDIAN NM 41/64). BR STD. 12.11.79 SHOWN AS NDW IN 215500N, 685200E ON FRENCH 6734 [1979 EDN]. NCA. 13.5.80 NDW PA SHOWN IN 215600N, 685100E ON INDIAN 251, 252, 254. NC 1470. HH502/350/02 28.10.91 CONFIRMATION OF ABOVE FOR INDIAN 204. (INDIAN NM 270/14/91). HH502/420/01 20.6.96 INDIAN HAND CORRECTION ERRONEOUSLY INSERTED DW INSTEAD OF NDW ON INDIAN 204, WHICH WAS USED FOR NE'S 1470 & 39. AMEND TO NDW PA. - NM 2313/96.

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1919. FOUNDERED NEAR DWARKA WHILST ON PASSAGE KARACHI FOR COLOMBO. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY NATIONAL SS CO.

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 21 56.03 N,68 51.01 E
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FAQ

Where is the KUMARI (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The KUMARI (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 21 56.03 N,68 51.01 E.

How deep is the seabed around the KUMARI (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the KUMARI (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 54 meters deep.

When did the KUMARI (POSSIBLY) sink?

The KUMARI (POSSIBLY) sank on Jun 14, 1932.

When was the wreck of the KUMARI (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the KUMARI (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1932.

What country did the KUMARI (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The KUMARI (POSSIBLY) belonged to GB.

What cargo was the KUMARI (POSSIBLY) carrying?

The KUMARI (POSSIBLY) was carrying natural fibres and materials in general: unprocessed and products,grain.

What was the tonnage of the KUMARI (POSSIBLY)?

The KUMARI (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 1190 tons.

What type of wreck is the KUMARI (POSSIBLY)?

The KUMARI (POSSIBLY) is classified as a steam ship.

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