Sion V Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status lifted
Sion v Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		1 10 S,48 30 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -1.166667
  • Longitude: -48.500000
Water Depth 20 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SION V
Type barge
Cargo stone
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 16, 1978
Original Detection Year 1978
Last Detection Year 1991
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 1.3.78 1.3.78 FORWARD PART SUNK BELOW SURFACE, AFTER PART FLOATING IN GENERAL DEPTH 17MTRS, IN 011000S, 483000W, APPROX OFF BELEM. (LL,1.3.78). NCA. 25.5.78 25.5.78 9MTRS OF BARGE'S LENGTH FLOATING ABOVE WATER, 14MTRS INTACT UNDERWATER, 17MTRS DAMAGED & STILL ON BOTTOM. SALVAGE OPS IN PROGRESS. (LL,27.5.78). NCA. 13.5.91 13.5.91 REFLOATED 20.7.78 & TOWED TO BELEM. (LL VOL.233). AMEND TO LIFT. NCA.
Last Amended Date Jun 12, 2009
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FAQ

Where is the SION V wreck located?

The SION V wreck is located at coordinates 1 10 S,48 30 W.

How deep is the seabed around the SION V?

The seabed around the SION V lies at approximately 20 meters deep.

When did the SION V sink?

The SION V sank on Feb 16, 1978.

When was the wreck of the SION V discovered?

The wreck of the SION V was discovered in 1978.

What cargo was the SION V carrying?

The SION V was carrying stone.

What type of wreck is the SION V?

The SION V is classified as a barge.

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