River Derwent Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
River derwent Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 41.51 S,61 17.76 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -51.691833
  • Longitude: -61.296000
Water Depth 5 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name RIVER DERWENT
Type sailing vessel
Flag GB
Tonnage 504
Cargo fertiliser: natural and products
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1867
Original Source other
Surveying Details 27.2.70 VESSEL WAS TOTAL WRECK ON NEW ISLAND. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). NCA, POSN 514130S, 611730W APPROX FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Aug 5, 2014

Circumstances of loss

WAS TOTAL WRECK ON NEW ISLAND. HER BELL IS NOW IN STANLEY MUSEUM. (FALKLAND ISLAND SHORES, PUBLISHED 1985).

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FAQ

Where is the RIVER DERWENT wreck located?

The RIVER DERWENT wreck is located at coordinates 51 41.51 S,61 17.76 W.

How deep is the seabed around the RIVER DERWENT?

The seabed around the RIVER DERWENT lies at approximately 5 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the RIVER DERWENT discovered?

The wreck of the RIVER DERWENT was discovered in 1867.

What country did the RIVER DERWENT belong to?

The RIVER DERWENT belonged to GB.

What cargo was the RIVER DERWENT carrying?

The RIVER DERWENT was carrying fertiliser: natural and products.

What was the tonnage of the RIVER DERWENT?

The RIVER DERWENT had a tonnage of 504 tons.

What type of wreck is the RIVER DERWENT?

The RIVER DERWENT is classified as a sailing vessel.

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