Rosaomaira Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Rosaomaira Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		17 45 N,64 54.5 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 17.750000
  • Longitude: -64.908333
Water Depth 650 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Lower Low Water
Name ROSAOMAIRA
Type roll on-roll off
Flag VE
Length 58.8 m
Width 11.3 m
Draught 2.7
Tonnage 665
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo construction materials
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 2, 1986
Original Detection Year 1986
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H3056/70 12.12.86 WAS SUNK ABOUT 1 MILE OFF ESTATE BUTLER BAY IN ABOUT 110FT OF WATER. (LL 23.10.86). CHARTED DEPTH 650MTRS. NCA.
Last Amended Date Sep 3, 2009

Circumstances of loss

CAPSIZED IN ST CROIX CONTAINER PORT. WAS TOWED UPSIDE DOWN FROM HARBOUR AND SCUTTLED.

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FAQ

Where is the ROSAOMAIRA wreck located?

The ROSAOMAIRA wreck is located at coordinates 17 45 N,64 54.5 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ROSAOMAIRA?

The seabed around the ROSAOMAIRA lies at approximately 650 meters deep.

When did the ROSAOMAIRA sink?

The ROSAOMAIRA sank on May 2, 1986.

When was the wreck of the ROSAOMAIRA discovered?

The wreck of the ROSAOMAIRA was discovered in 1986.

What country did the ROSAOMAIRA belong to?

The ROSAOMAIRA belonged to VE.

What cargo was the ROSAOMAIRA carrying?

The ROSAOMAIRA was carrying construction materials.

What was the tonnage of the ROSAOMAIRA?

The ROSAOMAIRA had a tonnage of 665 tons.

What type of wreck is the ROSAOMAIRA?

The ROSAOMAIRA is classified as a roll on-roll off.

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