Lake Traverse Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Lake traverse Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		20 15 N,72 57 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 20.250000
  • Longitude: -72.950000
Water Depth 2000 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name LAKE TRAVERSE
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 76.5 m
Width 13.4 m
Draught 5.4
Tonnage 1993
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo cement
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 6, 1955
Original Detection Year 1955
Original Source other
Surveying Details SINKING POSN GIVEN 209500N (?201500N), 725700W. (BRITISH STANDARD SHIPS OF WW1). PLOTS IN 2000MTRS. NCA.
Last Amended Date Dec 11, 2007

Circumstances of loss

LAID DOWN AS WAR CENTAUR, & COMPLETED AS LAKE TRAVERSE. SPRANG A LEAK WHILST EN-ROUTE PONCE TO HAITI & SANK NEAR TORTUGA ISLAND, HAITI. (BRITISH STANDARD SHIPS OF WW1).

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FAQ

Where is the LAKE TRAVERSE wreck located?

The LAKE TRAVERSE wreck is located at coordinates 20 15 N,72 57 W.

How deep is the seabed around the LAKE TRAVERSE?

The seabed around the LAKE TRAVERSE lies at approximately 2000 meters deep.

When did the LAKE TRAVERSE sink?

The LAKE TRAVERSE sank on Jul 6, 1955.

When was the wreck of the LAKE TRAVERSE discovered?

The wreck of the LAKE TRAVERSE was discovered in 1955.

What country did the LAKE TRAVERSE belong to?

The LAKE TRAVERSE belonged to GB.

What cargo was the LAKE TRAVERSE carrying?

The LAKE TRAVERSE was carrying cement.

What was the tonnage of the LAKE TRAVERSE?

The LAKE TRAVERSE had a tonnage of 1993 tons.

What type of wreck is the LAKE TRAVERSE?

The LAKE TRAVERSE is classified as a steam ship.

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