Small Boat Wreck 15987

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
8 18.72 N,78 5.99 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 8.312000
  • Longitude: 78.099833
Water Depth 17 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Type Small Boat
Length 13.3 m
Width 3.2 m
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 2015
Original Source national HO authority radio navigational warning
Last Amended Date Jun 26, 2019

Simplified Wreck Survey

Underwater wreck located at coordinates 8 18.72 N, 78 5.99 E in the Gulf of Mannar near the coast of India and Sri Lanka. This obstruction consists of a sunken fiberglass boat, officially reported as a non-dangerous wreck in March 2015. The wreck position is clearly marked by a buoy to ensure maritime safety for vessels navigating these waters. This underwater navigational hazard is documented in official hydrographic records under NAVAREA VIII 182/15.

Surveying Details

SEP 2015/000057057 19.3.15 GRP BOAT REPORTED SUNK IN 0818.72N, 7805.99E [WGD]. MARKED BY BUOY. (NAVAREA VIII 182/15). INS AS NDW.

General Comments

GRP HULL, BUOYED

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 8 18.72 N,78 5.99 E
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