Nam Hae No 238 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
Nam hae no 238 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		23 38 S,178 56.5 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -23.633333
  • Longitude: -178.941667
Water Depth -1 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name NAM HAE NO 238
Type fishing vessel
Flag KP
Length 29.9 m
Width 6.4 m
Draught 2.4
Tonnage 159
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 8, 1971
Bottom Texture Coral
Original Detection Year 1971
Last Detection Year 1981
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Feb 15, 2000

Simplified Wreck Survey

The underwater wreck Nam Hae No 238 is located at coordinates 23 38 S, 178 56.5 W in the South Pacific Ocean near the Fiji Basin. Originally reported stranded in 1971, the wreck site was later updated by owners to the current position. Although initially noted in survey records, the site was officially marked as dead and removed from active hydrographic charts following analysis of 1981 photoplot data. This historical maritime record tracks the displacement and status of the vessel Nam Hae No 238 within the South Pacific maritime region.

Surveying Details

20.5.71 REPD STRANDED IN 234900S, 1785500W. (LLOYDS VOL.204). 8.7.71 OWNERS REPORT AMENDS POSN TO 233800S, 1785700W. (LLOYDS VOL.205). 25.1.94 WGD POSN : 233800N, 1785630W APPROX. 7.2.94 NOT SHOWN ON PHOTOPLOT PG 2097 DTD 1981. AMENDED TO DEAD. DELETE. NE 968.

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FAQ

Where is the NAM HAE NO 238 wreck located?

The NAM HAE NO 238 wreck is located at coordinates 23 38 S,178 56.5 W.

When did the NAM HAE NO 238 sink?

The NAM HAE NO 238 sank on May 8, 1971.

When was the wreck of the NAM HAE NO 238 discovered?

The wreck of the NAM HAE NO 238 was discovered in 1971.

What country did the NAM HAE NO 238 belong to?

The NAM HAE NO 238 belonged to KP.

What was the tonnage of the NAM HAE NO 238?

The NAM HAE NO 238 had a tonnage of 159 tons.

What type of wreck is the NAM HAE NO 238?

The NAM HAE NO 238 is classified as a fishing vessel.

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