Odencia Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Odencia Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		18 5 N,63 35 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 18.083333
  • Longitude: -63.583333
Water Depth 1100 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ODENCIA
Type motor vessel
Flag GB
Length 54.9 m
Width 8.5 m
Draught 3.4
Tonnage 498
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo cement
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 10, 1986
Original Detection Year 1986
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Jun 19, 2009

Simplified Wreck Survey

The shipwreck Odencia is located at coordinates 18 5 N, 63 35 W in the Caribbean Sea approximately 25 miles west of the coast of St Maarten. This underwater obstruction was reported as a sank vessel following a maritime incident dated February 1988. Documented under hydrographic reference H4000/85, the wreck site is categorized as non-conflicting for navigational charting purposes. While the structural condition of the wreckage remains unverified, it sits in the deep waters of the Caribbean basin off the St Maarten coastline. Mariners and researchers interested in historical wreck data can utilize these coordinates for geographic mapping and maritime record keeping.

Surveying Details

H4000/85 15.4.88 SANK APPROX 25 MILES W OF ST MAARTEN. (LL 27.2.88). NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE SAN JUAN, PR, FOR ST MAARTEN. CARGO SHIFTED, CAPSIZED AND SANK.

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FAQ

Where is the ODENCIA wreck located?

The ODENCIA wreck is located at coordinates 18 5 N,63 35 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ODENCIA?

The seabed around the ODENCIA lies at approximately 1100 meters deep.

When did the ODENCIA sink?

The ODENCIA sank on May 10, 1986.

When was the wreck of the ODENCIA discovered?

The wreck of the ODENCIA was discovered in 1986.

What country did the ODENCIA belong to?

The ODENCIA belonged to GB.

What cargo was the ODENCIA carrying?

The ODENCIA was carrying cement.

What was the tonnage of the ODENCIA?

The ODENCIA had a tonnage of 498 tons.

What type of wreck is the ODENCIA?

The ODENCIA is classified as a motor vessel.

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