Duero Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Duero Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		35 57 N,5 25 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 35.950000
  • Longitude: -5.416667
Water Depth 600 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name DUERO
Type steam ship
Flag ES
Length 82.6 m
Width 11.6 m
Draught 7.3
Tonnage 1420
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 26, 1953
Original Detection Year 1953
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H4756/53 3.12.53 SANK FOLLOWING COLLISION, WRECKAGE FOUND IN 355800N, 052212W. (LLOYDS). NCA, POSN 355700N, 052500W, FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Apr 12, 2002

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, BUILT 1920 BY CALEDON S.B. & E. CO. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY CIA. MARITIMA FRUTREA. ON PASSAGE FROM ALICANTE TO LAS PALMAS. SANK IN STRAITS OF GIBRALTAR AFTER COLLISION WITH SS 'CULRAIN' IN FOG. (WARTIME STANDARD SHIPS VOL 3 & DODS).

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FAQ

Where is the DUERO wreck located?

The DUERO wreck is located at coordinates 35 57 N,5 25 W.

How deep is the seabed around the DUERO?

The seabed around the DUERO lies at approximately 600 meters deep.

When did the DUERO sink?

The DUERO sank on Jul 26, 1953.

When was the wreck of the DUERO discovered?

The wreck of the DUERO was discovered in 1953.

What country did the DUERO belong to?

The DUERO belonged to ES.

What cargo was the DUERO carrying?

The DUERO was carrying general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the DUERO?

The DUERO had a tonnage of 1420 tons.

What type of wreck is the DUERO?

The DUERO is classified as a steam ship.

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