Samarang Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status lifted
Samarang Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		34 54.5 S,56 12.9 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -34.908333
  • Longitude: -56.215000
Water Depth 5 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SAMARANG
Type fishing vessel
Flag UY
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 14, 1976
Original Detection Year 1976
Last Detection Year 1977
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Nov 11, 2010

Simplified Wreck Survey

The shipwreck Samarang is located at coordinates 34 54.5 S, 56 12.9 W off the coast of Uruguay in the Rio de la Plata estuary. Historical hydrographic survey records indicate the wreck was initially reported in September 1976 and subsequently refloated in September 1977.

Surveying Details

28.9.76 28.9.76 WK IN 345430S, 561254W (PA). (LL, 27.9.76). NCA, POSN FOR FILING ONLY. NOW PLOTS ON LAND. 12.9.77 12.9.77 REFLOATED. (LL, 10.9.77). AMENDED TO LIFT.

Circumstances of loss

27.9.76 BEACHED AFTER COMING INTO CONTACT WITH THE BREAKWATER AT THE ENTRANCE TO THE ANTEPORT, MONTEVIDEO, DURING HEAVY WEATHER. ALL CREW SAFE. (LL, 27.9.76)

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FAQ

Where is the SAMARANG wreck located?

The SAMARANG wreck is located at coordinates 34 54.5 S,56 12.9 W.

How deep is the seabed around the SAMARANG?

The seabed around the SAMARANG lies at approximately 5 meters deep.

When did the SAMARANG sink?

The SAMARANG sank on Sep 14, 1976.

When was the wreck of the SAMARANG discovered?

The wreck of the SAMARANG was discovered in 1976.

What country did the SAMARANG belong to?

The SAMARANG belonged to UY.

What type of wreck is the SAMARANG?

The SAMARANG is classified as a fishing vessel.

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