West Point (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
West point (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
0 51.9 S,44 14.9 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -0.865000
  • Longitude: -44.248333
Water Depth 10 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name WEST POINT (POSSIBLY)
Type motor vessel
Flag GB
Length 125.6 m
Width 15.8 m
Draught 9.4
Tonnage 5030
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 17, 1946
Original Detection Year 1946
Last Detection Year 1953
Original Source published other losses
Surveying Details POSN GIVEN AS 004600S, 441400W. (WARTIME STANDARD SHIPS VOL.3) H445/53 21.1.53 ST PA SHOWN IN 005154S, 441454W ON BRAZILIAN 40. BR STD. H2003/60 26.4.60 OLD WK NO LONGER VISIBLE, NEW WK 'ALTAMAR' [WK NO.52308] NOW IN SAME POSN. (MS DORCASIA, HN). AMEND TO DEAD. DELETE. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Aug 9, 2019

Circumstances of loss

EX-WAR COLEUS. PASSAGE BAHIA FOR NEW YORK. RAN AGROUND ON MANOEL LUIZ REEF. (WARTIME STANDARD SHIPS VOL.3).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 0 51.9 S,44 14.9 W
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FAQ

Where is the WEST POINT (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The WEST POINT (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 0 51.9 S,44 14.9 W.

How deep is the seabed around the WEST POINT (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the WEST POINT (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 10 meters deep.

When did the WEST POINT (POSSIBLY) sink?

The WEST POINT (POSSIBLY) sank on May 17, 1946.

When was the wreck of the WEST POINT (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the WEST POINT (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1946.

What country did the WEST POINT (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The WEST POINT (POSSIBLY) belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the WEST POINT (POSSIBLY)?

The WEST POINT (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 5030 tons.

What type of wreck is the WEST POINT (POSSIBLY)?

The WEST POINT (POSSIBLY) is classified as a motor vessel.