Rio Neiva Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Rio neiva Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		40 55 N,8 42 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 40.916667
  • Longitude: -8.700000
Water Depth 11 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name RIO NEIVA
Type drifter
Flag PT
Tonnage 159
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 29, 1980
Original Detection Year 1980
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 30.12.80 30.12.80 VESSEL SANK 15M SE OF LEIXOES. (LL 31.12.80). NCA, POSN 405500N, 084200W FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Mar 20, 2001

Circumstances of loss

31.12.80 VESSEL SPRANG A LEAK & SANK 15M SE OF LEIXOES. CREW SAFE. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY BOMBAS & SILVA LDA, PENICHE. (LL 31.12.80).

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FAQ

Where is the RIO NEIVA wreck located?

The RIO NEIVA wreck is located at coordinates 40 55 N,8 42 W.

How deep is the seabed around the RIO NEIVA?

The seabed around the RIO NEIVA lies at approximately 11 meters deep.

When did the RIO NEIVA sink?

The RIO NEIVA sank on Dec 29, 1980.

When was the wreck of the RIO NEIVA discovered?

The wreck of the RIO NEIVA was discovered in 1980.

What country did the RIO NEIVA belong to?

The RIO NEIVA belonged to PT.

What was the tonnage of the RIO NEIVA?

The RIO NEIVA had a tonnage of 159 tons.

What type of wreck is the RIO NEIVA?

The RIO NEIVA is classified as a drifter.

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