W & H No.13 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
W & h no.13 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		6 31 N,57 39.5 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 6.516667
  • Longitude: -57.658333
Water Depth 2 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Mean Low Water Springs
Name W & H NO.13
Type tug
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1966
Last Detection Year 1971
Original Source national HO/authority notice to mariners
Last Amended Date Jul 30, 1991

Simplified Wreck Survey

Wreck Details for W & H NO.13 located off the coast of Guyana near the Berbice River. The obstruction is positioned at coordinates 6 31 N, 57 39.5 W in approximately 9.5 feet of water. Historical survey data indicates the wreck is situated in shallow coastal waters where the wheelhouse remains visible at Mean Low Water Springs. Navigation authorities have previously marked the site with a starboard-hand buoy located seaward of the wreckage. The site is identified in maritime records as ST PA or STPA. Additional historical data suggests the position is located 13 meters at a bearing of 292.75 degrees from the Berbice Light.

Surveying Details

H1744/66 23.5.66 ST PA IN 063100N, 573930W IN APPROX 9.5FT OF WATER. WHEELHOUSE VISIBLE AT MLWS. R CAN BUOY TEMPORARILY LAID 1C SEAWARD OF WK. (BRITISH GUYANA NM DTD 21.4.66). INS AS STPA. BR STD. H2264/65 21.1.72 STATED TO LIE 292.75DEGS 13M FROM BERBICE LT. (VENEZUELAN NM 06-30/11/71). NCA.

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FAQ

Where is the W & H NO.13 wreck located?

The W & H NO.13 wreck is located at coordinates 6 31 N,57 39.5 W.

How deep is the seabed around the W & H NO.13?

The seabed around the W & H NO.13 lies at approximately 2 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the W & H NO.13 discovered?

The wreck of the W & H NO.13 was discovered in 1966.

What type of wreck is the W & H NO.13?

The W & H NO.13 is classified as a tug.

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