L Almearaj (Probably) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
L almearaj (probably) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		27 3.22 N,50 55.151 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 27.053667
  • Longitude: 50.919183
Water Depth 72 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name L ALMEARAJ (PROBABLY)
Type tug
Flag BH
Sonar Length 10
Sonar Width 3
Cargo machinery and mechanical parts,metal: concentrate and products,general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 13, 1986
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1986
Last Detection Year 2012
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H2387/81 8.7.86 H2387/81 8.7.86 FOUNDERED IN 270300N, 505518E IN 66MTRS. (LL 16 & 19.6.86). INS AS NDWPA. BR STD. H2387/81 8.10.86 H2387/81 8.10.86 WILL NOT BE SALVAGED. (LL 13.8.86). 11.3.92 11.3.92 [WGD] POSN: 270306N, 505521.5E. 8.3.12 8.3.12 LOCATED IN 2703.220N, 5055.151E [WGD]. GEN DEPTH 72MTRS. WK APPEARED TO BE OF AN OLD FISHING DHOW. LENGTH 7-10MTRS, WIDTH 3MTRS, ABOUT 30% BURIED. SAEBED FLAT SAND. (HMS QUORN). PROBABLY THIS VESSEL. AMEND NDW IN REVISED POSN. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Mar 8, 2012

Circumstances of loss

CAPSIZED AND SANK WHILE AT ANCHOR WHEN CARGO SHIFTED DURING HEAVY WEATHER.

General Comments

30% BURIED IN SAND

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FAQ

Where is the L ALMEARAJ (PROBABLY) wreck located?

The L ALMEARAJ (PROBABLY) wreck is located at coordinates 27 3.22 N,50 55.151 E.

How deep is the seabed around the L ALMEARAJ (PROBABLY)?

The seabed around the L ALMEARAJ (PROBABLY) lies at approximately 72 meters deep.

When did the L ALMEARAJ (PROBABLY) sink?

The L ALMEARAJ (PROBABLY) sank on Jun 13, 1986.

When was the wreck of the L ALMEARAJ (PROBABLY) discovered?

The wreck of the L ALMEARAJ (PROBABLY) was discovered in 1986.

What country did the L ALMEARAJ (PROBABLY) belong to?

The L ALMEARAJ (PROBABLY) belonged to BH.

What cargo was the L ALMEARAJ (PROBABLY) carrying?

The L ALMEARAJ (PROBABLY) was carrying machinery and mechanical parts,metal: concentrate and products,general and mixed goods.

What type of wreck is the L ALMEARAJ (PROBABLY)?

The L ALMEARAJ (PROBABLY) is classified as a tug.

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