Aranda Chico Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status lifted
Aranda chico Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		36 43.25 N,3 31.5 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 36.720833
  • Longitude: -3.525000
Water Depth 2 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ARANDA CHICO
Type tug
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1975
Last Detection Year 1975
Original Source national HO/authority notice to mariners
Surveying Details H1271/75 1.7.75 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 364315N, 033130W APPROX. (CADIZ TNM 24/842). NCA, TEMPORARY INFORMATION ONLY. H2767/69 22.7.75 RESTRICTION ON SHIPPING MOVEMENT LIFTED, WK PRESUMABLY SALVAGED. (CADIZ NM 25/868). AMENDED TO LIFT. NCA.
Last Amended Date Dec 22, 2010

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL REPORTED SUNK IN RIVER BASIN OF PUERTO DE MOTRIL & RESTRICTING THE USE OF THE PORT TO DAYLIGHT HOURS ONLY. WK PRESUMABLY SALVAGED AS RESTRICTIONS ON SHIPPING MOVEMENT LIFTED. (CADIZ TNM 24/848 & NM 25/868).

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FAQ

Where is the ARANDA CHICO wreck located?

The ARANDA CHICO wreck is located at coordinates 36 43.25 N,3 31.5 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ARANDA CHICO?

The seabed around the ARANDA CHICO lies at approximately 2 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the ARANDA CHICO discovered?

The wreck of the ARANDA CHICO was discovered in 1975.

What type of wreck is the ARANDA CHICO?

The ARANDA CHICO is classified as a tug.

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