Westbury (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Westbury (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		38 36 S,58 45.833 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -38.600000
  • Longitude: -58.763883
Water Depth 2 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name WESTBURY (POSSIBLY)
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 114.9 m
Width 14.4 m
Draught 8.1
Tonnage 4202
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 1, 1924
Original Detection Year 1924
Last Detection Year 1987
Original Source national HO/authority notice to mariners
Surveying Details H8220/24 8.12.24 H8220/24 8.12.24 ST 7.5M W OF RIVER QUEQUEN, 383745S, 585102W. (BUENOS AIRES NM 21/99). BR STD. H4552/27 H4552/27 [NO DATE] SHOWN IN 383620S, 584600W ON ARGENTINE 55 [RECEIVED SEP '27]. NCA. H8220/24 6.10.30 H8220/24 6.10.30 AMEND POSN TO 3M WSW OF RIVER QUEQUEN. BR STD. 11.12.75 11.12.75 AMEND TO 383600S, 584550W TO AGREE WITH 1930 POSN. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). BR STD. H1277/85 5.12.87 H1277/85 5.12.87 NOT SHOWN ON ARGENTINE H252 [1972 EDN]. NAME 'WESTBURY' IS AGAINST DW IN 383800S, 585100W [SEE 51730]. NOT SHOWN ON GERMAN 952 [1987 EDN]. AMENDED TO DEAD. DELETE. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Aug 14, 2009

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1901 BY GOURLAY BROS. & CO. WITH TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINES OF 417NHP.OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY CAPPER, ALEXANDER & CO. PASSAGE RIO GRANDE FOR BAHIA BLANCA. DRIVEN ASHORE & WRECKED DURING A HURRICANE. (DODS)

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FAQ

Where is the WESTBURY (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The WESTBURY (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 38 36 S,58 45.833 W.

How deep is the seabed around the WESTBURY (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the WESTBURY (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 2 meters deep.

When did the WESTBURY (POSSIBLY) sink?

The WESTBURY (POSSIBLY) sank on Apr 1, 1924.

When was the wreck of the WESTBURY (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the WESTBURY (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1924.

What country did the WESTBURY (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The WESTBURY (POSSIBLY) belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the WESTBURY (POSSIBLY)?

The WESTBURY (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 4202 tons.

What type of wreck is the WESTBURY (POSSIBLY)?

The WESTBURY (POSSIBLY) is classified as a steam ship.

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