Obdulia Y Jose Maria Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Obdulia y jose maria Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
43 25 N,8 24.5 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 43.416667
  • Longitude: -8.408333
Water Depth 59 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name OBDULIA Y JOSE MARIA
Type fishing vessel
Flag ES
Tonnage 86
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 19, 1973
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1973
Last Detection Year 2024
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 29.8.73 29.8.73 VESSEL SANK 2M OFF HERCULES LTHO. (LLOYDS VOL.213). NCA, POSN 432500N, 082430W FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Oct 17, 2024

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY JOSE SATURNINO PRENDES GONZALEZ OF VIGO. SANK 2M OFF HERCULES LTHO WHILST UNDER TOW OF FV 'VOLTOYA' AFTER BEING STRUCK BY UNKNOWN VESSEL IN FOG. (LLOYDS VOL.213).

General Comments

WOODEN HULL

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 43 25 N,8 24.5 W
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FAQ

Where is the OBDULIA Y JOSE MARIA wreck located?

The OBDULIA Y JOSE MARIA wreck is located at coordinates 43 25 N,8 24.5 W.

How deep is the seabed around the OBDULIA Y JOSE MARIA?

The seabed around the OBDULIA Y JOSE MARIA lies at approximately 59 meters deep.

When did the OBDULIA Y JOSE MARIA sink?

The OBDULIA Y JOSE MARIA sank on Aug 19, 1973.

When was the wreck of the OBDULIA Y JOSE MARIA discovered?

The wreck of the OBDULIA Y JOSE MARIA was discovered in 1973.

What country did the OBDULIA Y JOSE MARIA belong to?

The OBDULIA Y JOSE MARIA belonged to ES.

What was the tonnage of the OBDULIA Y JOSE MARIA?

The OBDULIA Y JOSE MARIA had a tonnage of 86 tons.

What type of wreck is the OBDULIA Y JOSE MARIA?

The OBDULIA Y JOSE MARIA is classified as a fishing vessel.