St Rita Wreck

Field Value
St rita Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
39 10.000 N,72 6.000 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 39.166660
  • Longitude: -72.100000
Reported Year 1955
Name ST RITA
Type unknown
Length 21.9 m
Width 5.6 m
Draught 2.3
Tonnage 52
Tonnage Type gross
Date Sunk Jan 14, 1955

Circumstances of loss

FOUNDERED IN HEAVY SEAS

General Comments

AKA: Emily H, Owner: Kurt Haakonsen, Year Built: 1925, Where Built: Friendship, ME, Construction: Wood, Home Port: New York, NY, Destination Port: Fishing cruise, Master: Kurt Haakonsen, Crew: 5, Lives Lost: 0, USLSS Station: USCG Tamaroa, Misc Information: #225062; Sank while in tow

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FAQ

Where is the ST RITA wreck located?

The ST RITA wreck is located at coordinates 39 10.000 N,72 6.000 W.

When did the ST RITA sink?

The ST RITA sank on Jan 14, 1955.

What was the tonnage of the ST RITA?

The ST RITA had a tonnage of 52 tons.

What type of wreck is the ST RITA?

The ST RITA is classified as a unknown.