Volo Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Volo Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		37 7.233 N,6 49.5 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 37.120550
  • Longitude: -6.825000
Water Depth 3 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name VOLO
Length 75 m
Width 10 m
Draught 4
Tonnage 1371
Cargo ore
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 5, 1894
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1894
Last Detection Year 1905
Original Source survey vessel
Surveying Details H418/05 WK [OLD SYMBOL] SHOWN IN 370714N, 064930W, MARKED BY BUOY TO S, ON SURVEY [C1148]. BA 72. 14.5.24 NOW DW. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED]. NE 72. H6380/34 3.11.34 NOT SHOWN ON SPANISH 57 [1934 EDN]. AMENDED TO DEAD. DELETE.
Last Amended Date May 13, 2002

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, BUILT 1880 BY R DUNCAN & CO. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY STRONG, REID & PAGE. ON PASSAGE FROM HUELVA TO LIVERPOOL. WAS WRECKED OUTSIDE HUELVA. (DODS).

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FAQ

Where is the VOLO wreck located?

The VOLO wreck is located at coordinates 37 7.233 N,6 49.5 W.

How deep is the seabed around the VOLO?

The seabed around the VOLO lies at approximately 3 meters deep.

When did the VOLO sink?

The VOLO sank on Jan 5, 1894.

When was the wreck of the VOLO discovered?

The wreck of the VOLO was discovered in 1894.

What cargo was the VOLO carrying?

The VOLO was carrying ore.

What was the tonnage of the VOLO?

The VOLO had a tonnage of 1371 tons.

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