Michelangelo Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status lifted
Michelangelo Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
27 7.85 N,56 12.5 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 27.130833
  • Longitude: 56.208333
Water Depth 2 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MICHELANGELO
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1974
Last Detection Year 1991
Original Source national HO/authority charts
Surveying Details H] 22.11.74 STF, LYING N/S, 250 MTRS IN LENGTH SHOWN IN POSN 270751N 561230E [NAH] ON US 62394. INS AS STF. NC 3599. H2328/77 27.10.83 MICHELANGELO TIED UP ON EASTERN BREAKWATER, WITH LARGE WARSHIP POSSIBLY `BALAN' OR `PALANG' ALONGSIDE, LOOKING VERY DEAD WITH FUNNELS CAPPED. TWO NAVAL TUGS SUNK IN PORT. ONE ON E SIDE BY MICHELANGELO, & ONE OFF OIL BERTH WITH PONTOONS AROUND IT ALSO SUNK. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). H2928/87 REPORT THAT SHIP HAS BEEN MOVED. 12.11.91 AMENDED TO LIFT. NC 3599.
Last Amended Date Feb 5, 1999
WRECK MAP LOADING ... 27 7.85 N,56 12.5 E
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FAQ

Where is the MICHELANGELO wreck located?

The MICHELANGELO wreck is located at coordinates 27 7.85 N,56 12.5 E.

How deep is the seabed around the MICHELANGELO?

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

When was the wreck of the MICHELANGELO discovered?

The wreck of the MICHELANGELO was discovered in 1974.