Bonanca Gomes Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Bonanca gomes Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
41 8.6 N,8 40.5 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 41.143333
  • Longitude: -8.675000
Water Depth 5 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BONANCA GOMES
Type fishing vessel
Flag PT
Tonnage 53
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 11, 1979
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1979
Last Detection Year 2007
Original Source national HO/authority notice to mariners
Surveying Details H2765/69 25.4.79 LIES SUNK SOUTH OF ENTRANCE LEADING LINE IN 410836N, 084030W APPROX. (LISBON NM 98(T)/79). NCA, AWAIT FURTHER. 27.12.07 NOT SHOWN ON PORTUGUESE 26402 [INT 1871] [JUN '07 EDN]. POSN ABOVE PLOTS IN A WORK IN PROGRESS AREA FOR A NEW BREAKWATER. AMENDED TO DEAD. NE 3258.
Last Amended Date Jan 20, 2009

Circumstances of loss

15.2.79 VESSEL BROKE MOORINGS IN BAD WEATHER & SANK OFF DOURO BAR, RIO DOURO. LATER ABANDONED AS A TOTAL LOSS. (LL, 15.2.79 & 13.3.79).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 41 8.6 N,8 40.5 W
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FAQ

Where is the BONANCA GOMES wreck located?

The BONANCA GOMES wreck is located at coordinates 41 8.6 N,8 40.5 W.

How deep is the seabed around the BONANCA GOMES?

The seabed around the BONANCA GOMES lies at approximately 5 meters deep.

When did the BONANCA GOMES sink?

The BONANCA GOMES sank on Feb 11, 1979.

When was the wreck of the BONANCA GOMES discovered?

The wreck of the BONANCA GOMES was discovered in 1979.

What country did the BONANCA GOMES belong to?

The BONANCA GOMES belonged to PT.

What was the tonnage of the BONANCA GOMES?

The BONANCA GOMES had a tonnage of 53 tons.

What type of wreck is the BONANCA GOMES?

The BONANCA GOMES is classified as a fishing vessel.