Sam Song No 78 Wreck
| Field |
Value |
| Wreck Category |
wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure |
Sam song no 78 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
|
3 53.983 N,159 23.917 W |
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
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- Latitude: 3.899717
- Longitude: -159.398617
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| Water Depth |
1 m
|
| Water Level Effect |
covers and uncovers |
| Vertical Datum |
Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide |
| Name |
SAM SONG NO 78 |
|
Type
|
fishing vessel
|
| Flag |
KP |
| Conspic Visual |
visually conspicuous |
| Conspic Radar |
not radar conspicuous |
| Date Sunk |
Feb 17, 1974
|
| Original Detection Year |
1974 |
| Last Detection Year |
1981 |
| Original Source |
other |
| Last Amended Date |
Mar 8, 2004 |
Simplified Wreck Survey
The shipwreck SAM SONG NO 78 is located at coordinates 3 53.983 N, 159 23.917 W situated near Bicknell Point along the coastline of the Line Islands. This underwater obstruction consists of a conspicuous fishing vessel wreck, noted for being positioned close to the shore and reef structures. Historical survey data indicates the wreck lies approximately 100 meters inward of the reef and 30 meters from the shoreline. The site remains a significant underwater hazard for maritime navigation in the vicinity of the Line Islands, serving as a landmark for local hydrographic charting.
Surveying Details
H2172/75 19.3.75 WK LIES 100MTRS INWARDS OF REEF AND 30MTRS FROM SHORE, CLOSE TO BICKNELL PT. (SD FOR THE LINE ISLANDS BY CAPT WARD OCT 1974). H2337/81 5.5.81 CONSPICUOUS WK OF FV CLOSE SW OF BICKNELL PT: 321.66 DEG, 3.33 MILES FROM OBSERVATION PT IN 035123N, 1592150W. (LTR FROM CAPT BURGESS `HONIARA'). - NM 1198/81.
Circumstances of loss
RAN AGROUND, ALL CREW SAVED. (LL).
WRECK MAP LOADING ...
3 53.983 N,159 23.917 W
Sam Song No 78 on Wreck Map
Sam Song No 78 Wreck on Google Map
FAQ
Where is the SAM SONG NO 78 wreck located?
The SAM SONG NO 78 wreck is located at coordinates 3 53.983 N,159 23.917 W.
How deep is the seabed around the SAM SONG NO 78?
The seabed around the SAM SONG NO 78 lies at approximately 1 meter deep.
When did the SAM SONG NO 78 sink?
The SAM SONG NO 78 sank on Feb 17, 1974.
When was the wreck of the SAM SONG NO 78 discovered?
The wreck of the SAM SONG NO 78 was discovered in 1974.
What country did the SAM SONG NO 78 belong to?
The SAM SONG NO 78 belonged to KP.
What type of wreck is the SAM SONG NO 78?
The SAM SONG NO 78 is classified as a fishing vessel.