Morro Vermelho Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status lifted
Morro vermelho Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
31 43 S,52 0 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -31.716667
  • Longitude: -52.000000
Water Depth 1 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MORRO VERMELHO
Type motor vessel
Flag BR
Length 115.8 m
Width 17.4 m
Draught 7.9
Tonnage 4867
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 24, 1984
Original Detection Year 1984
Last Detection Year 1988
Original Source national HO authority radio navigational warning
Surveying Details H1277/83 13.2.85 H1277/83 13.2.85 STRANDED IN FAIRWAY TO RIO SAO GONCALO & FOZ ARROIO PELOTAS APPROACHES. (NAVAREA V 3392 R). POSN 314300S, 520000W FOR FILING ONLY. 4.8.88 4.8.88. STRANDED ON BAR OF PELOTAS WHEN LEAVING. REFLOATED WITH TUG ASSISTANCE ON 29.12.84. (LLOYDS VOL.259). AMENDED TO LIFT. NCA.
Last Amended Date Oct 26, 2010

Circumstances of loss

WHEN LEAVING PELOTAS, GROUNDED ON THE BAR OF PELOTAS. (LLODS VOL.259).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 31 43 S,52 0 W
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FAQ

Where is the MORRO VERMELHO wreck located?

The MORRO VERMELHO wreck is located at coordinates 31 43 S,52 0 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MORRO VERMELHO?

The seabed around the MORRO VERMELHO lies at approximately 1 meter deep.

When did the MORRO VERMELHO sink?

The MORRO VERMELHO sank on Dec 24, 1984.

When was the wreck of the MORRO VERMELHO discovered?

The wreck of the MORRO VERMELHO was discovered in 1984.

What country did the MORRO VERMELHO belong to?

The MORRO VERMELHO belonged to BR.

What cargo was the MORRO VERMELHO carrying?

The MORRO VERMELHO was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the MORRO VERMELHO?

The MORRO VERMELHO had a tonnage of 4867 tons.

What type of wreck is the MORRO VERMELHO?

The MORRO VERMELHO is classified as a motor vessel.