Maria K 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
Maria k Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
42 10.533 N,14 42.65 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 42.175550
  • Longitude: 14.710833
Water Depth 5 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Mean Low Water Springs
Name MARIA K
Type motor vessel
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 12, 1982
Original Detection Year 1982
Last Detection Year 1986
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H3076/77 23.3.82 VESSEL STRUCK ROCKS AT FRINGE OF HBR. (LLOYDS VOL.247). NCA, POSN 421025N, 144252E FOR FILING ONLY. H3076/77 24.1.83 ST, 330DEGS, 33MTRS FROM LT [421032N, 144239 APPROX]. (HAMBURG NM 4407/82). R/P. H3076/77 15.4.86 REPORTED NO LONGER TO EXIST. (HAMBURG NM 933/86). AMENDED TO DEAD. DELETE. R/S.
Last Amended Date Sep 2, 2003

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, BUILT 1962 BY ORENSTEIN KOPPEL & LUBECKER, LUBECK. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY KFOURY ESTABLISHMENT. RAN AGROUND DURING STORMY WEATHER WHILST LEAVING PORT, AFTER DISCHARGING 2690 TONS OF PHOSPHATE. CREW OF 16 SAFE. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the MARIA K wreck located?

The MARIA K wreck is located at coordinates 42 10.533 N,14 42.65 E.

How deep is the seabed around the MARIA K?

The seabed around the MARIA K lies at approximately 5 meters deep.

When did the MARIA K sink?

The MARIA K sank on Mar 12, 1982.

When was the wreck of the MARIA K discovered?

The wreck of the MARIA K was discovered in 1982.

What type of wreck is the MARIA K?

The MARIA K is classified as a motor vessel.