Ocean Mackeral Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Ocean mackeral Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		19 10.05 N,70 29.97 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 19.167500
  • Longitude: 70.499500
Wreck Depth 60 m
Water Depth 84 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name OCEAN MACKERAL
Type motor vessel
Flag MV
Length 49.4 m
Width 8.2 m
Draught 3
Tonnage 424
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 8, 1985
Bottom Texture Rock
Original Detection Year 1985
Last Detection Year 1987
Original Source national HO authority radio navigational warning
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 1985

Simplified Wreck Survey

The underwater wreck known as Ocean Mackerel is located at coordinates 19 10.05 N, 70 29.97 E. This submerged hazard was documented following reports from the tug Vattaru via Doha Radio. The site contains a sunken obstruction positioned at a depth of 60 meters. Historical hydrographic survey records from the UK Hydrographic Office under reference H3992/85 confirm the position and details of this underwater feature.

Surveying Details

H3992/85 23.10.85 WK USC PA 60MTRS IN 191000N, 703000E. (TUG VATTARU, VIA DOHA RADIO, 9.10.85). NE 1487. H3992/85 2.12.87 ABOVE DETAILS REPEATED. (DEHRA DUN NM 558(T)/85 & 446/87). NC 708.

Circumstances of loss

9.10.85 SANK WHILE BEING TOWED BY TUG VATTARU. (TUG VATTARU, VIA DOHA RADIO, 9.10.85).

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FAQ

Where is the OCEAN MACKERAL wreck located?

The OCEAN MACKERAL wreck is located at coordinates 19 10.05 N,70 29.97 E.

How deep is the OCEAN MACKERAL and where exactly is it located?

The OCEAN MACKERAL lies at a depth of about 60 meters and is located at coordinates 19 10.05 N,70 29.97 E.

How deep is the seabed around the OCEAN MACKERAL?

The seabed around the OCEAN MACKERAL lies at approximately 84 meters deep.

When did the OCEAN MACKERAL sink?

The OCEAN MACKERAL sank on Oct 8, 1985.

When was the wreck of the OCEAN MACKERAL discovered?

The wreck of the OCEAN MACKERAL was discovered in 1985.

What country did the OCEAN MACKERAL belong to?

The OCEAN MACKERAL belonged to MV.

What cargo was the OCEAN MACKERAL carrying?

The OCEAN MACKERAL was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the OCEAN MACKERAL?

The OCEAN MACKERAL had a tonnage of 424 tons.

What type of wreck is the OCEAN MACKERAL?

The OCEAN MACKERAL is classified as a motor vessel.

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