Orleans Wreck

Field Value
Orleans Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		40 19.021 N,73 58.364 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 40.317020
  • Longitude: -73.972740
Reported Year 1946
Name ORLEANS
Type barge
Length 74.4 m
Width 12.5 m
Draught 6
Tonnage 1602
Tonnage Type gross
Date Sunk Aug 17, 1946

Circumstances of loss

FOUNDERED

General Comments

Owner: Robert B Wathen, Year Built: 1916, Where Built: Bath, ME, Home Port: Baltimore, MD, Destination Port: Freight service, Misc Information: #214542; Total loss

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FAQ

Where is the ORLEANS wreck located?

The ORLEANS wreck is located at coordinates 40 19.021 N,73 58.364 W.

When did the ORLEANS sink?

The ORLEANS sank on Aug 17, 1946.

What was the tonnage of the ORLEANS?

The ORLEANS had a tonnage of 1602 tons.

What type of wreck is the ORLEANS?

The ORLEANS is classified as a barge.

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