Vipava Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Vipava Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		22 28 S,14 27.4 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -22.466667
  • Longitude: 14.456667
Water Depth 2 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name VIPAVA
Type carrier
Length 57 m
Width 8.8 m
Draught 4
Tonnage 629
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods,railway: stock and construction materials,metal: concentrate and products
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 7, 1968
Original Detection Year 1968
Last Detection Year 1986
Original Source ship visit/hydrographic note report
Surveying Details H6823/55 29.9.68 H6823/55 29.9.68 ST IN 222730S, 142630E. (MV HOLLENDRECHT HN 7.7.68 & LL). BR STD. H4954/55 7.10.70 H4954/55 7.10.70 NOT SHOWN ON SAN 106 [MAY 1970]. H4954/55 7.10.70 H4954/55 7.10.70 AMEND POSN TO 222800S, 142724E. (AUTHORITY NOT KNOWN). BR STD. H4954/55 7.10.70 H4954/55 7.10.70 ST 344 DEG, 13.3M FROM SWAKOPMUND LT. (SAN NM 83/70, SASS NATAL). H2211/70 4.2.71 H2211/70 4.2.71 OBLIQUE PHOTO, PRESUMED THIS WK. (SAN HYDROG). NCA. H2211/70 30.10.75 H2211/70 30.10.75 THE WRECK OF A TRAWLER 1M SOUTH OF ROCK BAY WAS CONSPIC IN 1970 & APPEARS TO BE BROKEN IN TWO JUDGING FROM THE PHOTO IN PILOT. (SAN PILOT VOL 2 PARA 1.41). 12.12.86 12.12.86 ST SHOWN ON W GER 486 [1986] IN 222736S, 142730E. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Nov 29, 2006
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FAQ

Where is the VIPAVA wreck located?

The VIPAVA wreck is located at coordinates 22 28 S,14 27.4 E.

How deep is the seabed around the VIPAVA?

The seabed around the VIPAVA lies at approximately 2 meters deep.

When did the VIPAVA sink?

The VIPAVA sank on Jul 7, 1968.

When was the wreck of the VIPAVA discovered?

The wreck of the VIPAVA was discovered in 1968.

What cargo was the VIPAVA carrying?

The VIPAVA was carrying general and mixed goods,railway: stock and construction materials,metal: concentrate and products.

What was the tonnage of the VIPAVA?

The VIPAVA had a tonnage of 629 tons.

What type of wreck is the VIPAVA?

The VIPAVA is classified as a carrier.

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