Shipwreck · Cape Lookout, North Carolina
Naeco (bow)
The bow of the tanker Naeco, torpedoed by U-124 on 23 March 1942 south of Cape Lookout. She broke in two, and this half lies about 8 km south-west of the stern. NOAA's survey recorded her with 87 ft over her in 125 ft of water.
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Quick facts
| Type | Shipwreck, tanker |
|---|---|
| Lost | 23 March 1942 |
| Charted depth | 34.7 m (114 ft) below MLLW |
| Position | 34.0249°N, 76.6476°W |
| From Cape Lookout Point | 64 km (40 mi), bearing 190° S |
| Source | NOAA ENC US3NC1AD; Curated (NOAA AWOIS / NC DMF / NPS) |
How to see it
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