Sewa Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Sewa Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		8 28.9 N,13 11.365 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 8.481667
  • Longitude: -13.189417
Water Depth 5 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SEWA
Type tug
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 2001
Last Detection Year 2019
Original Source naval vessel
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2019

Simplified Wreck Survey

The underwater wreck of the tugboat SEWA is located at coordinates 8 28.9 N, 13 11.365 W off the coast of Sierra Leone. Historical survey records identified the vessel lying with its bow facing south. Following subsequent hydrographic inspections conducted in 2019, the site was updated to dead status as no structural remains were detected at this position. The wreck of the SEWA is no longer charted as an obstruction at these coordinates.

Surveying Details

HH090/956/01 19.3.02 LOCATED IN 0828.900N, 1311.365W [WGD]. VESSEL IS M TUG 'SEWA'. LIES BOWS S. (HMS BEAGLE, HI 956). INS AS ST. BR STD. 1.8.19 NOTHING SHOWN IN 0828.900N, 1311.365W [WGD]. (UKHO PHOTO-PLOT 10002, DTD 14.2.19). AMEND DEAD.

General Comments

BOWS S

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FAQ

Where is the SEWA wreck located?

The SEWA wreck is located at coordinates 8 28.9 N,13 11.365 W.

How deep is the seabed around the SEWA?

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

When was the wreck of the SEWA discovered?

The wreck of the SEWA was discovered in 2001.

What type of wreck is the SEWA?

The SEWA is classified as a tug.

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