Hammal Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status lifted
Hammal Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
29 3.667 N,48 10.1 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 29.061117
  • Longitude: 48.168333
Water Depth 17 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HAMMAL
Type tug
Flag GB
Tonnage 13
Tonnage Type net
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 25, 1956
Bottom Texture Clay
Original Detection Year 1956
Last Detection Year 1957
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details [NO DATE] BRITISH TUG HAMMAL SUNK IN 290340N, 481006E, OR 090DEGS, 2000FT FROM MINA JETTY SOUTH F.LT. (LLOYDS LIST) NCA YET. H5490/56 26.9.56 H5490/56 26.9.56 SALVAGE IN PROGRESS. (GULF NAV 242) NCA, AWAIT RESULT) H5490/56 30.10.56 H5490/56 30.10.56 SALVAGE COMPLETED, WRECK RAISED. (LLOYDS LIST). AMENDED TO LIFT. NCA. H5490/56 29.7.57 H5490/56 29.7.57 WK IN 290340N, 481006E. (US NM 2900/57) NFA, WK HAS BEEN REMOVED. H5490/56 29.7.57 H5490/56 29.7.57 WK IN 290340N, 481006E. (PARIS NM 59.26.20) NFA, WK HAS BEEN REMOVED.
Last Amended Date Apr 28, 2009
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FAQ

Where is the HAMMAL wreck located?

The HAMMAL wreck is located at coordinates 29 3.667 N,48 10.1 E.

How deep is the seabed around the HAMMAL?

The seabed around the HAMMAL lies at approximately 17 meters deep.

When did the HAMMAL sink?

The HAMMAL sank on Aug 25, 1956.

When was the wreck of the HAMMAL discovered?

The wreck of the HAMMAL was discovered in 1956.

What country did the HAMMAL belong to?

The HAMMAL belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the HAMMAL?

The HAMMAL had a tonnage of 13 tons.

What type of wreck is the HAMMAL?

The HAMMAL is classified as a tug.