Leona I Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Leona i Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		14 41 N,17 24 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 14.683333
  • Longitude: -17.400000
Water Depth 16 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name LEONA I
Type supply vessel
Flag LR
Length 56.1 m
Width 14.3 m
Draught 4.6
Tonnage 881
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 5, 1999
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1999
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 14.9.99 SANK OFF DAKAR PORT. (LLOYDS MONTHLY LOSSES, 8.1999). POSN 1441.0N, 1724.0W FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Sep 14, 1999

Circumstances of loss

13.2.99 IN COLLISION WITH BULK CARRIER 'KANO' DURING MOORING OPERATIONS AT DAKAR ON 13.2.99. SANK AS A RESULT. SALVAGED AND REFLOATED 31.7.99. SANK OFF DAKAR PORT 5.8.99. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY ZENOIL. (LLOYDS)

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 14 41 N,17 24 W
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FAQ

Where is the LEONA I wreck located?

The LEONA I wreck is located at coordinates 14 41 N,17 24 W.

How deep is the seabed around the LEONA I?

The seabed around the LEONA I lies at approximately 16 meters deep.

When did the LEONA I sink?

The LEONA I sank on Aug 5, 1999.

When was the wreck of the LEONA I discovered?

The wreck of the LEONA I was discovered in 1999.

What country did the LEONA I belong to?

The LEONA I belonged to LR.

What was the tonnage of the LEONA I?

The LEONA I had a tonnage of 881 tons.

What type of wreck is the LEONA I?

The LEONA I is classified as a supply vessel.

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