Tongwha N0 3 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Tongwha n0 3 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		3 35.5 S,174 7.5 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -3.591667
  • Longitude: -174.125000
Water Depth 1 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name TONGWHA N0 3
Type fishing vessel
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 28, 1970
Original Detection Year 1970
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Nov 17, 1995

Simplified Wreck Survey

The shipwreck Tongwha No 3 is located at coordinates 3 35.5 S, 174 7.5 W near McKean Island in the Phoenix Islands group of the Republic of Kiribati. Officially reported as stranded on October 24, 1970, the vessel is documented as being broken up and beyond repair. The site contains the remains of the Tongwha No 3 wreckage, which is considered a permanent underwater obstruction in the region. Survey data indicates the wreck is in a degraded state and scattered across the coastal area of McKean Island.

Surveying Details

24.10.70 STRANDED ON MCKEAN ISLAND IN 033530S, 1740730W APPROX. REPD TO BE BROKEN UP AND BEYOND REPAIR. (LL 202). INS AS STPA. BR STD.

Circumstances of loss

RAN AGROUND ON MCKEAN ISLAND. (LL).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 3 35.5 S,174 7.5 W
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FAQ

Where is the TONGWHA N0 3 wreck located?

The TONGWHA N0 3 wreck is located at coordinates 3 35.5 S,174 7.5 W.

How deep is the seabed around the TONGWHA N0 3?

The seabed around the TONGWHA N0 3 lies at approximately 1 meter deep.

When did the TONGWHA N0 3 sink?

The TONGWHA N0 3 sank on Sep 28, 1970.

When was the wreck of the TONGWHA N0 3 discovered?

The wreck of the TONGWHA N0 3 was discovered in 1970.

What type of wreck is the TONGWHA N0 3?

The TONGWHA N0 3 is classified as a fishing vessel.

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