Lewrose Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Lewrose Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		16 5 N,87 20 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 16.083333
  • Longitude: -87.333333
Water Depth 50 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name LEWROSE
Type motor vessel
Flag GB
Length 64 m
Width 10.4 m
Draught 4
Tonnage 496
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo timber
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 5, 1983
Original Detection Year 1983
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H2080/72 4.1.84 H2080/72 4.1.84 SANK IN APPROX POSN 160500N, 872000W. (LL 10.11.83). INS AS NDWPA. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Jan 10, 1984

Circumstances of loss

STARTED TO MAKE WATER IN ENGINE ROOM, WHILE ON PASSAGE KINGSTON, JAMAICA FOR PUERTO CORTES. PUMP INADEQUATE. VESSEL ABANDONED AND SANK. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the LEWROSE wreck located?

The LEWROSE wreck is located at coordinates 16 5 N,87 20 W.

How deep is the seabed around the LEWROSE?

The seabed around the LEWROSE lies at approximately 50 meters deep.

When did the LEWROSE sink?

The LEWROSE sank on Nov 5, 1983.

When was the wreck of the LEWROSE discovered?

The wreck of the LEWROSE was discovered in 1983.

What country did the LEWROSE belong to?

The LEWROSE belonged to GB.

What cargo was the LEWROSE carrying?

The LEWROSE was carrying timber.

What was the tonnage of the LEWROSE?

The LEWROSE had a tonnage of 496 tons.

What type of wreck is the LEWROSE?

The LEWROSE is classified as a motor vessel.

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