Tupi Wreck
| Field |
Value |
| Wreck Category |
dangerous wreck |
Tupi Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
|
34 33.847 S,58 2.156 W |
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
|
- Latitude: -34.564117
- Longitude: -58.035933
|
| Water Depth |
5 m
|
| Water Level Effect |
always under water/submerged |
| Vertical Datum |
Lowest Astronomical Tide |
| Name |
TUPI |
|
Type
|
lighter
|
| Conspic Visual |
not visually conspicuous |
| Conspic Radar |
not radar conspicuous |
| Original Detection Year |
1967 |
| Last Detection Year |
2019 |
| Original Source |
national HO/authority notice to mariners |
| Markers |
ISO DANGER BUOYS: LIT FL(2) 8 SEC TO NW, UNLIT CON TO SE |
| Last Amended Date |
Mar 29, 2019 |
Simplified Wreck Survey
Underwater wreck TUPI located at coordinates 34 33.847 S, 58 2.156 W in the Rio de la Plata estuary. This maritime obstruction is historically documented by the UK Hydrographic Office and noted in various Notices to Mariners. The wreck site is currently identified by isolated danger buoys, including a light buoy flashing FL(2) 8 seconds to the northwest and an unlit conical buoy positioned to the southeast. Survey data indicates the wreck is situated within a designated area of hazards monitored by Argentine and Uruguayan maritime authorities. The site remains a significant underwater navigation point for vessels traversing the Rio de la Plata region near Buenos Aires.
Surveying Details
H596/66 24.11.67 DW IN 343356S, 580209W MARKED BY G CONL LT BUOY WITH TOPMARK, OCC.10SEC. (BUENOS AIRES NM'S 84(P)/67 & 147/67). BR STD. H596/66 26.5.71 ADDITIONAL G. BUOY LAID S OF WRECK. (BUENOS AIRES NM 70/71). NCA. H2761/69 25.11.71 WRECK NOW MARKED BY G CONL LT BUOY WITH TOPMARK OCC.G.10SEC RAFL. (BUENOS AIRES NM 212/71). NE 3561. H2761/69 21.8.72 WRECK BUOY AMENDED TO UNLIT G CONL BUOY. (BUENOS AIRES NM 132/72). NE 3561. H4308/71 18.1.83 LT AMENDED TO FL.G.5S. (URAGUAY NM 53/82). H4340/78 15.2.83 REPEAT OF ABOVE. (ARGENTINE NM 146/82). NCA, WITHIN AREA OF WRECKS COVERED BY NOTE. H6169/82 4.7.88 BUOY NOW ISO.G.6S. (ARGENTINE NM 155/87). NCA. HH650/350/01 12.5.89 BUOY NOW FL.G.5S. (URAGUAY NM 13/89 & ARGENTINE NM 213/88). NFA. HH652/430/01 11.12.92 NOW MARKED BY ISOLATED DANGER BUOY, FL(2)10S. (ARGENTINE NM 168/92). 28.10.10 DW SHOWN IN 3433.847S, 5802.156W [WGD] WITH ISO DANGER BUOYS: LIT FL(2) 8 SEC TO NW, UNLIT CONICAL TO SE ON BA 3561 [EDN 5 DTD 6.4.06].
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34 33.847 S,58 2.156 W
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FAQ
Where is the TUPI wreck located?
The TUPI wreck is located at coordinates 34 33.847 S,58 2.156 W.
How deep is the seabed around the TUPI?
The seabed around the TUPI lies at approximately 5 meters deep.
When was the wreck of the TUPI discovered?
The wreck of the TUPI was discovered in 1967.
What type of wreck is the TUPI?
The TUPI is classified as a lighter.