Menemar Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Menemar Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		43 19.93 N,2 5.08 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 43.332167
  • Longitude: -2.084667
Water Depth 65 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MENEMAR
Type motor vessel
Flag ES
Tonnage 198
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo wood: unprocessed and products
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 6, 1972
Original Detection Year 1972
Last Detection Year 2009
Original Source national HO/authority charts
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Surveying Details

16.10.78 16.10.78 NDW PA SHOWN IN 432000N, 020500W [EUR] ON FRENCH 6786 [1978 EDN]. BR STD. 15.7.03 15.7.03 NOT SHOWN ON SPANISH 944 [CORRECT TO WK 24/03]. SPANISH CHART CARRIES NOTE THAT ONLY THE MOST IMPORTANT WRECKS ARE SHOWN. NCA YET, RETAIN AS CHARTED. 1.5.09 SEP 2009/000027952 1.5.09 NOT SHOWN ON SPANISH 39A [1ST EDN OCT '08, 1:165,000]. AMENDED TO DEAD. DELETE. BR STD.

Circumstances of loss

OWNED BY JOSE MARTIN GARCIA. PASSAGE CADIZ FOR SAN SEBASTIAN. SANK NEAR AQUAS VERDES BETWEEN SAN SEBASTIAN AND ORIO.

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FAQ

Where is the MENEMAR wreck located?

The MENEMAR wreck is located at coordinates 43 19.93 N,2 5.08 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MENEMAR?

The seabed around the MENEMAR lies at approximately 65 meters deep.

When did the MENEMAR sink?

The MENEMAR sank on Apr 6, 1972.

When was the wreck of the MENEMAR discovered?

The wreck of the MENEMAR was discovered in 1972.

What country did the MENEMAR belong to?

The MENEMAR belonged to ES.

What cargo was the MENEMAR carrying?

The MENEMAR was carrying wood: unprocessed and products.

What was the tonnage of the MENEMAR?

The MENEMAR had a tonnage of 198 tons.

What type of wreck is the MENEMAR?

The MENEMAR is classified as a motor vessel.

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