Nagroor Iii Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Nagroor iii Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
7 30 N,12 45 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 7.500000
  • Longitude: -12.750000
Water Depth 10 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name NAGROOR III
Type fishing vessel
Flag KW
Length 25.3 m
Width 6.7 m
Draught 2.4
Tonnage 131
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 13, 1972
Original Detection Year 1972
Last Detection Year 2012
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 18.7.72 18.7.72 SUNK ON SAND IN SURF LINE ABOUT 15 MILES E OF CAPE ST ANN, SHERBRO ISLAND. ABANDONED BY CREW AND SUBJECT TO PILFERING BY LOCALS. (LL 18.7.72). NCA. H- 30.7.72 30.7.72 LIES BROADSIDE ON TO BEACH AND BEING CONTINUALLY POUNDED BY SURF. ALL PORTABLE EQUIPMENT LOOTED. ENGINE ROOM AND FISH-HOLD PART FLOODED. (LL 29.7.72). NCA. 11.7.12 11.7.12 POSN 0730.0N, 1245.0W [WGD] FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Aug 21, 2019

Circumstances of loss

REPORTED SINKING DUE TO A LEAK, PROBABLY AROUND PROPELLER SHAFT. LATER BEACHED. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the NAGROOR III wreck located?

The NAGROOR III wreck is located at coordinates 7 30 N,12 45 W.

How deep is the seabed around the NAGROOR III?

The seabed around the NAGROOR III lies at approximately 10 meters deep.

When did the NAGROOR III sink?

The NAGROOR III sank on Jul 13, 1972.

When was the wreck of the NAGROOR III discovered?

The wreck of the NAGROOR III was discovered in 1972.

What country did the NAGROOR III belong to?

The NAGROOR III belonged to KW.

What was the tonnage of the NAGROOR III?

The NAGROOR III had a tonnage of 131 tons.

What type of wreck is the NAGROOR III?

The NAGROOR III is classified as a fishing vessel.