Ciudad De Cadiz Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Ciudad de cadiz Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		3 39 N,8 35 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 3.650000
  • Longitude: 8.583333
Water Depth 23 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CIUDAD DE CADIZ
Type steam ship
Flag ES
Length 110.6 m
Width 11.6 m
Draught 7.4
Tonnage 3202
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo foodstuffs: solid
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 10, 1924
Original Detection Year 1924
Last Detection Year 2005
Original Source national HO/authority notice to mariners
Last Amended Date Jan 6, 2009

Surveying Details

H8582/24 29.12.24 H8582/24 29.12.24 VESSEL ON PASSAGE SAN CARLOS TO SANTA ISOBEL, SANK APPROX 1M N OF PRIMOS ISLANDS AFTER TOUCHING A SHOAL. EXACT POSN NOT KNOWN OF EITHER THE WK OR SHOAL, BUT WK NOT CONSIDERED TO BE A DANGER TO NAVIGATION AS CHARTED DEPTH IN AREA IS 60FATHOMS. (SPANISH NM 49/1436/24) NCA, POSN 033900N, 083500E FOR FILING ONLY. H8582/24 1.1.25 H8582/24 1.1.25 VESSEL STRUCK A ROCK, SHELF OR LEDGE, TOOK ON WATER, CAPSIZED & SANK. CREW & PASSENGERS ESCAPED IN A WOODEN LIGHTER THAT VESSEL WAS TOWING. (LL, 13 & 14.10.24 & 5.11.24) NCA YET. 22.2.07 22.2.07 DATA RE-ASSESSED. NOT SHOWN ON FRENCH 7382 [INT 2810] [2005 EDN, ADOPTION]. AMENDED TO DEAD. NCA.

Circumstances of loss

14.10.24 BUILT 1878 BY LOBNITZ COULBORN & CO., WITH TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINES OF 394NHP. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY CIA TRASATLANTICA. ON PASSAGE BARCELONA FOR FERNANDO PO. FOUNDERED IN HEAVY WEATHER OFF FERNANDO PO. CREW SAVED. (LL, 13 & 14.10.24 & 5.11.24; DODS)

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FAQ

Where is the CIUDAD DE CADIZ wreck located?

The CIUDAD DE CADIZ wreck is located at coordinates 3 39 N,8 35 E.

How deep is the seabed around the CIUDAD DE CADIZ?

The seabed around the CIUDAD DE CADIZ lies at approximately 23 meters deep.

When did the CIUDAD DE CADIZ sink?

The CIUDAD DE CADIZ sank on Oct 10, 1924.

When was the wreck of the CIUDAD DE CADIZ discovered?

The wreck of the CIUDAD DE CADIZ was discovered in 1924.

What country did the CIUDAD DE CADIZ belong to?

The CIUDAD DE CADIZ belonged to ES.

What cargo was the CIUDAD DE CADIZ carrying?

The CIUDAD DE CADIZ was carrying foodstuffs: solid.

What was the tonnage of the CIUDAD DE CADIZ?

The CIUDAD DE CADIZ had a tonnage of 3202 tons.

What type of wreck is the CIUDAD DE CADIZ?

The CIUDAD DE CADIZ is classified as a steam ship.

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