Puerto Plata Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Puerto plata Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		13 2.667 N,75 58.833 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 13.044450
  • Longitude: -75.980550
Water Depth 3800 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name PUERTO PLATA
Type carrier
Flag DO
Length 79.9 m
Width 13.7 m
Draught 5.2
Tonnage 1589
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo minerals
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 13, 1989
Original Detection Year 1989
Last Detection Year 1989
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details HH671/353/01 3.7.89 SANK IN 130240N, 755850W. (LL 19.6.89). NCA. HH671/353/01 14.7.89 SANK 150 MILES OFF CARTAGENA. (LL 29.6.89). NFA.
Last Amended Date Aug 5, 2008

Circumstances of loss

SANK WHEN WATER ENTERED BOTH HATCHES DURING BAD WEATHER. PASSAGE BARAHONA TO BARRANQUILLA. (LL). PASSAGE TO CARTAGENA, COLOMBIA, WITH CARGO 3000 TONS PLASTER. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the PUERTO PLATA wreck located?

The PUERTO PLATA wreck is located at coordinates 13 2.667 N,75 58.833 W.

How deep is the seabed around the PUERTO PLATA?

The seabed around the PUERTO PLATA lies at approximately 3800 meters deep.

When did the PUERTO PLATA sink?

The PUERTO PLATA sank on Jun 13, 1989.

When was the wreck of the PUERTO PLATA discovered?

The wreck of the PUERTO PLATA was discovered in 1989.

What country did the PUERTO PLATA belong to?

The PUERTO PLATA belonged to DO.

What cargo was the PUERTO PLATA carrying?

The PUERTO PLATA was carrying minerals.

What was the tonnage of the PUERTO PLATA?

The PUERTO PLATA had a tonnage of 1589 tons.

What type of wreck is the PUERTO PLATA?

The PUERTO PLATA is classified as a carrier.

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