Salvia Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Salvia Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		24 15.6 N,154 33.4 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 24.260000
  • Longitude: 154.556667
Water Depth 4000 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SALVIA
Type bulk carrier
Flag KP
Length 303 m
Width 43.6 m
Draught 16.8
Tonnage 82014
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,ore
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 11, 1991
Original Detection Year 1991
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details HH131/350/01 11.3.91 SANK OFF MINAMI TORI SHIMA IN 241536N, 1543324E. (LL 13.2.91). NCA.
Last Amended Date Nov 21, 2006

Circumstances of loss

DEVELOPED A CRACK IN PORT SIDE FORWARD SHELL PLATING. TOOK IN WATER IN NO 1 HOLD. LATER WAS ABANDONED BY CREW AND SANK. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the SALVIA wreck located?

The SALVIA wreck is located at coordinates 24 15.6 N,154 33.4 E.

How deep is the seabed around the SALVIA?

The seabed around the SALVIA lies at approximately 4000 meters deep.

When did the SALVIA sink?

The SALVIA sank on Feb 11, 1991.

When was the wreck of the SALVIA discovered?

The wreck of the SALVIA was discovered in 1991.

What country did the SALVIA belong to?

The SALVIA belonged to KP.

What cargo was the SALVIA carrying?

The SALVIA was carrying ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,ore.

What was the tonnage of the SALVIA?

The SALVIA had a tonnage of 82014 tons.

What type of wreck is the SALVIA?

The SALVIA is classified as a bulk carrier.

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