Warri Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Warri Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		6 24.953 N,3 44.202 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 6.415883
  • Longitude: 3.736700
Water Depth 16 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name WARRI
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 974
Cargo grain,timber
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1956
Last Detection Year 2025
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H4151/56 6.11.56 H4151/56 6.11.56 ST IN POSN 20M FROM LAGOS . (LL). NCA. H4151/56 24.1.58 H4151/56 24.1.58 ST IN 062500N, 034412E APPROX. (NIGERIAN NAVAL HQ APAPA, LTR DTD 9.1.58). INS AS STPA. BR STD. 7.12.10 7.12.10 [WGD] POSN: 0624.940N, 0344.200E. NE 1381.
Last Amended Date Aug 26, 2025

Circumstances of loss

STRANDED ON BEACH, STARBOARD SIDE PARALLEL TO BEACH, LISTING 40DEGS TO SEAWARD. SERIOUSLY DAMAGED & CONSIDERED TO BE TOTAL LOSS. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the WARRI wreck located?

The WARRI wreck is located at coordinates 6 24.953 N,3 44.202 E.

How deep is the seabed around the WARRI?

The seabed around the WARRI lies at approximately 16 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the WARRI discovered?

The wreck of the WARRI was discovered in 1956.

What country did the WARRI belong to?

The WARRI belonged to GB.

What cargo was the WARRI carrying?

The WARRI was carrying grain,timber.

What was the tonnage of the WARRI?

The WARRI had a tonnage of 974 tons.

What type of wreck is the WARRI?

The WARRI is classified as a steam ship.

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