Hermanos Arias Caparros Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Hermanos arias caparros Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		36 33.32 N,6 16.08 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 36.555333
  • Longitude: -6.268000
Water Depth 7 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HERMANOS ARIAS CAPARROS
Type fishing vessel
Flag ES
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 22, 1992
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1992
Last Detection Year 2002
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Mar 22, 2002

Simplified Wreck Survey

Underwater wreck HERMANOS ARIAS CAPARROS is located at coordinates 36 33.32 N, 6 16.08 W near the coast of Cadiz, Spain. This underwater obstruction, initially recorded on May 28, 1992, sank at this position and was historically marked by a red fender. According to the vessel owners, the wreck is considered not recoverable. Subsequent data re-assessment confirmed that the wreck is not currently charted by the primary hydrographic authority for this area. This navigation hazard remains a point of interest for maritime records and coastal monitoring in the vicinity of the Spanish coastline.

Surveying Details

HH360/470/01 28.5.92 HH360/470/01 28.5.92 SANK IN 363324N, 061600W. MARKED BY A RED FENDER. WK NOT RECOVERABLE ACCORDING TO OWNERS. (LL, 24.4.92). NCA YET, AWAIT SPANISH NM. 20.03.02 20.03.02 DATA RE-ASSESSED. NOT CHARTED BY PRIMARY AUTHORITY.

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL SANK FOLLOWING A LEAK IN ENGINE ROOM. NOT RECOVERABLE ACCORDING TO THE OWNERS. (LLOYDS VOL.288)

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 36 33.32 N,6 16.08 W
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FAQ

Where is the HERMANOS ARIAS CAPARROS wreck located?

The HERMANOS ARIAS CAPARROS wreck is located at coordinates 36 33.32 N,6 16.08 W.

How deep is the seabed around the HERMANOS ARIAS CAPARROS?

The seabed around the HERMANOS ARIAS CAPARROS lies at approximately 7 meters deep.

When did the HERMANOS ARIAS CAPARROS sink?

The HERMANOS ARIAS CAPARROS sank on Apr 22, 1992.

When was the wreck of the HERMANOS ARIAS CAPARROS discovered?

The wreck of the HERMANOS ARIAS CAPARROS was discovered in 1992.

What country did the HERMANOS ARIAS CAPARROS belong to?

The HERMANOS ARIAS CAPARROS belonged to ES.

What type of wreck is the HERMANOS ARIAS CAPARROS?

The HERMANOS ARIAS CAPARROS is classified as a fishing vessel.

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