Uss Virgina Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Uss virgina Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		35 1.157 N,75 17.157 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 35.019290
  • Longitude: -75.285944
Wreck Depth 31.39 m
Reported Year 1923
Name USS VIRGINA
Date Sunk Jan 1, 1923
Original Source AWOIS

General Comments

American Battleship of WWI vintage sunk during Billy Mitchell's aerial bombing experiments in 1923. Work on these wrecks would support ONMS efforts at expanding the Monitor NMS. Dimensions and links to wikipedia articles are provided below. Not sure about water depth but suspect its in the 100-200 meter range. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/USS_Virginia_%28BB-13%29 USS Virginia: length 441' x beam 76' x draft 24' (Entered on 6/1/11 by RSM). D00158, M-H712-FH-11; Uncharted wreck, USS NEW JERSEY, found by 100% MBES coverage, least depth of 103m in position 35 01 11.2 / 075 17 10.2 (PTT 3/1/13)

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FAQ

Where is the USS VIRGINA wreck located?

The USS VIRGINA wreck is located at coordinates 35 1.157 N,75 17.157 W.

How deep is the USS VIRGINA and where exactly is it located?

The USS VIRGINA lies at a depth of about 31.39 meters and is located at coordinates 35 1.157 N,75 17.157 W.

When did the USS VIRGINA sink?

The USS VIRGINA sank on Jan 1, 1923.

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