Koutoubia Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status lifted
Koutoubia Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
28 8.34 N,15 25.533 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 28.139000
  • Longitude: -15.425550
Water Depth 6 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name KOUTOUBIA
Type stern trawler
Flag MA
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 10, 1990
Original Detection Year 1990
Last Detection Year 1990
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details HH358/350/01 30.1.90 HH358/350/01 30.1.90 SANK AT EXTREMITY OF FISHING PIER, LAS PALMAS, WHEN MOVING FROM E SIDE OF PIER TO W. (LL, 12.1.90). NCA YET. HH358/350/01 7.3.90 HH358/350/01 7.3.90 REFLOATED ON 26.1.90. (LL, 7.2.90). AMENDED TO LIFT. NCA.
Last Amended Date Apr 3, 2003

Circumstances of loss

CAPSIZED AND SANK WHILE MOVING BERTH AT LAS PALMAS AND UNDER TOW OF TUG. (LL)

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 28 8.34 N,15 25.533 W
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FAQ

Where is the KOUTOUBIA wreck located?

The KOUTOUBIA wreck is located at coordinates 28 8.34 N,15 25.533 W.

How deep is the seabed around the KOUTOUBIA?

The seabed around the KOUTOUBIA lies at approximately 6 meters deep.

When did the KOUTOUBIA sink?

The KOUTOUBIA sank on Jan 10, 1990.

When was the wreck of the KOUTOUBIA discovered?

The wreck of the KOUTOUBIA was discovered in 1990.

What country did the KOUTOUBIA belong to?

The KOUTOUBIA belonged to MA.

What type of wreck is the KOUTOUBIA?

The KOUTOUBIA is classified as a stern trawler.