Ortona Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Ortona Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 40.02 S,57 44.76 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -51.667000
  • Longitude: -57.746000
Water Depth 22 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ORTONA
Type sailing vessel
Flag US
Tonnage 243
Cargo timber
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 5, 1855
Original Detection Year 1855
Original Source other
Surveying Details [NO DATE] BURNT OUT IN PORT WILLIAM. (FALKLAND ISLAND SHORES, PUBLISHED 1985). POSN 514000S, 574400W [SAP] FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Aug 5, 2014

Circumstances of loss

BURNT OUT IN PORT WILLIAM. (FALKLAND ISLAND SHORES, PUBLISHED 1985).

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FAQ

Where is the ORTONA wreck located?

The ORTONA wreck is located at coordinates 51 40.02 S,57 44.76 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ORTONA?

The seabed around the ORTONA lies at approximately 22 meters deep.

When did the ORTONA sink?

The ORTONA sank on Apr 5, 1855.

When was the wreck of the ORTONA discovered?

The wreck of the ORTONA was discovered in 1855.

What country did the ORTONA belong to?

The ORTONA belonged to US.

What cargo was the ORTONA carrying?

The ORTONA was carrying timber.

What was the tonnage of the ORTONA?

The ORTONA had a tonnage of 243 tons.

What type of wreck is the ORTONA?

The ORTONA is classified as a sailing vessel.

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