Maria Jose Masiques (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Maria jose masiques (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		41 5.68 N,1 15.99 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 41.094667
  • Longitude: 1.266500
Water Depth 34 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MARIA JOSE MASIQUES (POSSIBLY)
Type motor vessel
Cargo stone
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Bottom Texture Mud
Original Detection Year 1970
Last Detection Year 2012
Original Source national HO/authority notice to mariners
Last Amended Date Apr 4, 2012

Simplified Wreck Survey

The shipwreck Maria Jose Masiques possibly located at coordinates 41 5.68 N, 1 15.99 E in the Mediterranean Sea off the coast of Spain is a historically documented underwater obstruction initially scuttled as a sunken vessel filled with rocks with its masts removed before undergoing various chart position updates and later interactions with local fish haven developments according to hydrographic survey records

Surveying Details

H5201/61 18.2.70 SHIP WITH MASTS REMOVED, FILLED WITH ROCKS AND SCUTTLED IN 410606N, 011554E. (CADIZ NM 4/124/70). R/S. 21.5.98 NDW SHOWN IN 410545N, 011602E [EUR] ON SPANISH CHART 487A [DEC 1997 EDN]. BR STD. 15.9.99 NDW SHOWN IN 4105.880N, 0116.24E [EUR] ON SPANISH 486 [2ND EDN APR'99]. BR STD. HH361/610/03 27.11.00 POSN NOW 4105.75N, 0116.06E [EUR]. (SPANISH NM 47/636/00). BR STD. SEP 2006/000382390 12.10.06 NOT SHOWN AND POSN NOW COVERED BY NORTHWARD EXTENDED FISH HAVEN ON SPANISH 487 [4TH' EDN 06, 2ND SCALE]. SHOWN AS NDW ON SPANISH 487A [4TH' EDN 04, 1ST SCALE]. RETAIN AS NDW IN EXISTING POSN UNTIL DELETED FROM SPANISH 487A. NCA. 4.4.12 NOT SHOWN ON ES400487 [EDN 5.7]. AMEND DEAD.

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL SCUTTLED OFF TARRAGONA. (CADIZ NM)

General Comments

MASTS REMOVED PRIOR TO SCUTTLING

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 41 5.68 N,1 15.99 E
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FAQ

Where is the MARIA JOSE MASIQUES (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The MARIA JOSE MASIQUES (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 41 5.68 N,1 15.99 E.

How deep is the seabed around the MARIA JOSE MASIQUES (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the MARIA JOSE MASIQUES (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 34 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the MARIA JOSE MASIQUES (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the MARIA JOSE MASIQUES (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1970.

What cargo was the MARIA JOSE MASIQUES (POSSIBLY) carrying?

The MARIA JOSE MASIQUES (POSSIBLY) was carrying stone.

What type of wreck is the MARIA JOSE MASIQUES (POSSIBLY)?

The MARIA JOSE MASIQUES (POSSIBLY) is classified as a motor vessel.

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