Santo Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Santo Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		71 0 N,21 30 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 71.000000
  • Longitude: -21.500000
Water Depth 250 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SANTO
Type motor vessel
Flag NO
Tonnage 163
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 29, 1977
Original Detection Year 1977
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 22.9.77 SANK BETWEEN MESTERS VIG AND ENTRANCE TO SCORESBY SUND. (LL, 22.9.77). POSN 710000N, 213000W FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Sep 4, 2008

Circumstances of loss

WOODEN HULL. SANK EAST OF SCORESBY SUND AFTER BEING CRUSHED BY ICE WHILE TRYIING TO PROCEED SOUTHWARDS FROM MESTERS VIG. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the SANTO wreck located?

The SANTO wreck is located at coordinates 71 0 N,21 30 W.

How deep is the seabed around the SANTO?

The seabed around the SANTO lies at approximately 250 meters deep.

When did the SANTO sink?

The SANTO sank on Aug 29, 1977.

When was the wreck of the SANTO discovered?

The wreck of the SANTO was discovered in 1977.

What country did the SANTO belong to?

The SANTO belonged to NO.

What was the tonnage of the SANTO?

The SANTO had a tonnage of 163 tons.

What type of wreck is the SANTO?

The SANTO is classified as a motor vessel.

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