Linita Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Linita Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		8 30.2 N,62 30.617 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 8.503333
  • Longitude: -62.510283
Water Depth 2 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Mean Low Water Springs
Name LINITA
Type carrier
Flag VE
Length 51.5 m
Width 7.9 m
Draught 4
Tonnage 620
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo stone
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1968
Last Detection Year 2012
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 6.6.69 SANK ON S BEACH, MUCURA ISLAND. (LLOYDS VOL.195). REFLOATING EFFORTS FAILED. VESSEL ABANDONED. SOME MACHINERY RECOVERED. (LLOYDS VOL.196). H3857/88 23.1.89 ST IN 083012N, 623037W. (US NM 24382/52/88). NCA.
Last Amended Date Apr 19, 2010

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1913 BY A VUIJK & ZONEN, CAPELLE. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY JESUS VINCENTE ROMERO. SANK OFF MUCURA ISLAND. CREW RECOVERED. EFFORTS TO REFLOAT ABANDONED. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the LINITA wreck located?

The LINITA wreck is located at coordinates 8 30.2 N,62 30.617 W.

How deep is the seabed around the LINITA?

The seabed around the LINITA lies at approximately 2 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the LINITA discovered?

The wreck of the LINITA was discovered in 1968.

What country did the LINITA belong to?

The LINITA belonged to VE.

What cargo was the LINITA carrying?

The LINITA was carrying stone.

What was the tonnage of the LINITA?

The LINITA had a tonnage of 620 tons.

What type of wreck is the LINITA?

The LINITA is classified as a carrier.

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