San Alberto Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
San alberto Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		49 28.03 N,9 51.04 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 49.467167
  • Longitude: -9.850667
Water Depth 144 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SAN ALBERTO
Type tanker
Flag GB
Tonnage 7397
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 9, 1939
Original Detection Year 1939
Last Detection Year 1999
Original Source unknown
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Surveying Details

15.9.71 15.9.71 SUNK IN 492800N, 095100W. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). 11.8.99 11.8.99 AFTER PART SANK IN 4920.0N, 0945.0W. FORE PART SANK 9.12.39 IN 4928.0N, 0951.0W. (LL WW2). NCA. POSN 4928.0N, 0951.0W FOR FILING ONLY.

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED BY SUBMARINE. PASSAGE CLYDE FOR TRINIDAD. I MAN LOST. (LL WW2).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 49 28.03 N,9 51.04 W
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FAQ

Where is the SAN ALBERTO wreck located?

The SAN ALBERTO wreck is located at coordinates 49 28.03 N,9 51.04 W.

How deep is the seabed around the SAN ALBERTO?

The seabed around the SAN ALBERTO lies at approximately 144 meters deep.

When did the SAN ALBERTO sink?

The SAN ALBERTO sank on Dec 9, 1939.

When was the wreck of the SAN ALBERTO discovered?

The wreck of the SAN ALBERTO was discovered in 1939.

What country did the SAN ALBERTO belong to?

The SAN ALBERTO belonged to GB.

What cargo was the SAN ALBERTO carrying?

The SAN ALBERTO was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the SAN ALBERTO?

The SAN ALBERTO had a tonnage of 7397 tons.

What type of wreck is the SAN ALBERTO?

The SAN ALBERTO is classified as a tanker.

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