Usoka (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Usoka (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		37 2.087 N,8 59.413 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 37.034783
  • Longitude: -8.990217
Water Depth 2 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name USOKA (POSSIBLY)
Type motor vessel
Flag ES
Length 45.1 m
Width 7.6 m
Draught 3.4
Tonnage 364
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 17, 1971
Original Detection Year 1971
Last Detection Year 1994
Original Source national HO/authority notice to mariners
Last Amended Date Mar 8, 1994

Simplified Wreck Survey

Underwater wreck USOKA possibly located off the coast of Cape St Vincent near Portugal at coordinates 37 2.087 N, 8 59.413 W based on historical hydrographic survey records from the UK Hydrographic Office showing position updates across Spanish United States and Portuguese charts

Surveying Details

H2767/69 4.10.71 H2767/69 4.10.71 ST LIES 025DEGS, 0.8M FROM CAPE ST VINCENT LT. (LISBON NM 140/71) GIVES POSN 370200N, 085924W. R/S. 25.4.75 25.4.75 ST SHOWN IN 370200N, 085924W ON SPANISH 102 [1975 EDN] NFA. 8.8.77 8.8.77 ST SHOWN IN 370156N, 085930W ON US 51140 [1977 EDN]. NCA. 27.4.83 27.4.83 ST SHOWN ON PORTUGUESE 7. 8.3.94 8.3.94 ST SHOWN IN 370210N, 085920W ON PORTUGUESE 40 [1993 1ST EDN]. BR STD.

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL GROUNDED 0.8M NNE OF CAPE ST VINCENT IN FOG ON PASSAGE GIJON TO MAJORCA. (LLOYDS VOL.205)

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 37 2.087 N,8 59.413 W
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FAQ

Where is the USOKA (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The USOKA (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 37 2.087 N,8 59.413 W.

How deep is the seabed around the USOKA (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the USOKA (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 2 meters deep.

When did the USOKA (POSSIBLY) sink?

The USOKA (POSSIBLY) sank on Aug 17, 1971.

When was the wreck of the USOKA (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the USOKA (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1971.

What country did the USOKA (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The USOKA (POSSIBLY) belonged to ES.

What cargo was the USOKA (POSSIBLY) carrying?

The USOKA (POSSIBLY) was carrying ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined.

What was the tonnage of the USOKA (POSSIBLY)?

The USOKA (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 364 tons.

What type of wreck is the USOKA (POSSIBLY)?

The USOKA (POSSIBLY) is classified as a motor vessel.

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