Marguia Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Marguia Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		34 33 N,6 30 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 34.550000
  • Longitude: -6.500000
Water Depth 4 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MARGUIA
Type fishing vessel
Flag ES
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 24, 1976
Original Detection Year 1976
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Nov 7, 2016

Simplified Wreck Survey

The shipwreck MARGUIA is located off the coast of Morocco near Kenitra at coordinates 34 33 N, 6 30 W. This underwater obstruction, documented as stranded approximately 20 miles north of Kenitra, is a steel vessel wreck that is now well broken. Recorded in surveying details from October 5, 1976, the wreck remains a significant point of interest for maritime navigation in the Atlantic Ocean waters near the Moroccan coastline. The position 34 33 N, 06 30 W is held on file for hydrographic reference regarding this structural underwater hazard.

Surveying Details

5.10.76 STRANDED 20 MILES N OF KENITRA. (LL 5.10.76). POSN 343300N, 063000W FOR FILING ONLY.

Circumstances of loss

STRANDED IN BAD WEATHER. (LL).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 34 33 N,6 30 W
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FAQ

Where is the MARGUIA wreck located?

The MARGUIA wreck is located at coordinates 34 33 N,6 30 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MARGUIA?

The seabed around the MARGUIA lies at approximately 4 meters deep.

When did the MARGUIA sink?

The MARGUIA sank on Apr 24, 1976.

When was the wreck of the MARGUIA discovered?

The wreck of the MARGUIA was discovered in 1976.

What country did the MARGUIA belong to?

The MARGUIA belonged to ES.

What type of wreck is the MARGUIA?

The MARGUIA is classified as a fishing vessel.

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