Maura Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Maura Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		38 57 N,0 7 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 38.950000
  • Longitude: -0.116667
Water Depth 1 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MAURA
Type motor vessel
Flag IT
Length 84.4 m
Width 12.5 m
Draught 7
Tonnage 1998
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 26, 1973
Original Detection Year 1973
Last Detection Year 2002
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 29.8.73 29.8.73 STRANDED IN 385700N, 000700W APPROX. (LLOYDS 213). NCA. 5.7.02 5.7.02 DATA RE-ASSESSED, POSN QUERIED. DETAILS TRANSFERRED TO TO WK NO. 34709, THOUGHT TO BE MAURA. AMENDED TO DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Jul 5, 2002

Circumstances of loss

29.8.73 29.8.73 ON ROCK BEACH AT MIRAMAR. (LLOYDS 213). 26.1.74 BACK BROKEN. (LLOYDS 215).

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FAQ

Where is the MAURA wreck located?

The MAURA wreck is located at coordinates 38 57 N,0 7 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MAURA?

The seabed around the MAURA lies at approximately 1 meter deep.

When did the MAURA sink?

The MAURA sank on Aug 26, 1973.

When was the wreck of the MAURA discovered?

The wreck of the MAURA was discovered in 1973.

What country did the MAURA belong to?

The MAURA belonged to IT.

What cargo was the MAURA carrying?

The MAURA was carrying general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the MAURA?

The MAURA had a tonnage of 1998 tons.

What type of wreck is the MAURA?

The MAURA is classified as a motor vessel.

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