Uz Ruzgor Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Uz ruzgor Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		39 0.94 N,26 9.97 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 39.015667
  • Longitude: 26.166167
Water Depth 10 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Low Water
Name UZ RUZGOR
Type motor vessel
Flag TR
Tonnage 138
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo salt
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 10, 1980
Original Detection Year 1980
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Aug 2, 2001

Simplified Wreck Survey

The shipwreck UZ RUZGOR is located in the Aegean Sea near the coast of Turkey at coordinates 39 0.94 N, 26 9.97 E. This vessel ran aground and broke up on November 11, 1980. The site consists of the remains of the grounded and broken up wreck, which is now classified as an underwater obstruction. Historical survey records indicate the vessel suffered significant structural failure, resulting in a well broken wreck site. Navigation charts for this area of the Aegean Sea include the wreck at position 39 0.94 N, 26 9.97 E for maritime safety and surveying purposes.

Surveying Details

11.11.80 GROUNDED AND BROKE UP IN PA 390100N, 261000E. (LL 20.11.80). FOR FILING ONLY.

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL GROUNDED ON A ROCKY COAST AT AKRA MAKARA, LESVOS ISLAND DUE TO VERY BAD WEATHER. LATER BROKE UP.

General Comments

WOODEN HULL

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FAQ

Where is the UZ RUZGOR wreck located?

The UZ RUZGOR wreck is located at coordinates 39 0.94 N,26 9.97 E.

How deep is the seabed around the UZ RUZGOR?

The seabed around the UZ RUZGOR lies at approximately 10 meters deep.

When did the UZ RUZGOR sink?

The UZ RUZGOR sank on Nov 10, 1980.

When was the wreck of the UZ RUZGOR discovered?

The wreck of the UZ RUZGOR was discovered in 1980.

What country did the UZ RUZGOR belong to?

The UZ RUZGOR belonged to TR.

What cargo was the UZ RUZGOR carrying?

The UZ RUZGOR was carrying salt.

What was the tonnage of the UZ RUZGOR?

The UZ RUZGOR had a tonnage of 138 tons.

What type of wreck is the UZ RUZGOR?

The UZ RUZGOR is classified as a motor vessel.

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