Okavango Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Okavango Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		17 2 N,62 32 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 17.033333
  • Longitude: -62.533333
Water Depth 35 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name OKAVANGO
Type barge
Flag BZ
Length 31 m
Cargo personnel,animals (land & sea) and birds,vehicles
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 2, 1996
Bottom Texture Coral
Original Detection Year 1996
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 13.2.02 TAKING ON WATER IN 1702.0N, 6232.0W. SANK IN ABOUT 27FT OF WATER. (LL 304). NCA. 13.2.02 SANK IN ABOUT 1702.0N, 6332.0W. (MONTHLY LIST OF MARINE TOTAL LOSSES, FEB 2002). NCA.
Last Amended Date Oct 17, 2012

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1951. PASSAGE MONTSERRAT FOR SAINT MAATEN. CARGO INC 1 VEHICLE, LIVESTOCK AND FIVE PASSENGERS. TOOK WATER THOUGH A HOLE IN THE HULL. LATER CAPSIZED AND SANK. CREW & PASSENGERS RESCUED. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the OKAVANGO wreck located?

The OKAVANGO wreck is located at coordinates 17 2 N,62 32 W.

How deep is the seabed around the OKAVANGO?

The seabed around the OKAVANGO lies at approximately 35 meters deep.

When did the OKAVANGO sink?

The OKAVANGO sank on Jun 2, 1996.

When was the wreck of the OKAVANGO discovered?

The wreck of the OKAVANGO was discovered in 1996.

What country did the OKAVANGO belong to?

The OKAVANGO belonged to BZ.

What cargo was the OKAVANGO carrying?

The OKAVANGO was carrying personnel,animals (land & sea) and birds,vehicles.

What type of wreck is the OKAVANGO?

The OKAVANGO is classified as a barge.

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