Mondalindo Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Mondalindo Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		46 59.94 N,5 0.08 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 46.999000
  • Longitude: -5.001333
Water Depth 146 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MONDALINDO
Type carrier
Flag ES
Length 54.6 m
Width 9 m
Draught 4
Tonnage 665
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo rubber,metal: concentrate and products,clay products
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 31, 1965
Original Detection Year 1965
Last Detection Year 1987
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Feb 6, 1989

Simplified Wreck Survey

The wreck of the MONDALINDO is located in the Bay of Biscay at coordinates 46 59.94 N, 5 0.08 W. This underwater obstruction, historically recorded under reference H2770/69, is identified as a non-dangerous wreck with a position that has been historically reported as doubtful. Survey data indicates the wreck lies at a general depth of approximately 146 meters, with a clearance depth confirmed to be greater than 20 meters. Official hydrographic records classify the MONDALINDO as a charted underwater obstruction situated within the European datum coordinate system. The site remains documented in French wreck records and maritime charts as a position-verified but non-dangerous hazard to navigation.

Surveying Details

H2770/69 1.4.69 SANK IN 470000N, 050000W, GEN DEPTH 80FMS. (LL, SEP 1965). NCA. 20.1.87 SHOWN AS NDW PA IN 470000N, 050000W ON FR 6989 [1986 EDN]. LISTED AS POSN DOUBTFUL IN FR WK RECORDS 1984. 10.5.88 WK, CLEARANCE NOT KNOWN BUT OVER 20MTRS, IN 470000N, 050000W [EUR]. POSN ACCURACY 1M [=PA]. GEN DEPTH 146MTRS. (FR WK RECORDS 1987, NO.14575028). NCA. 6.2.89 CHART AS NDW PA IN 470000N, 050000W [EUR]. NC 2646.

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, BUILT 1959 BY S A JULIANA CONSTRUCCIONES GIJONESA, CAPSIZED AND SANK [CAUSE UNKNOWN]. THE 14 MAN CREW WERE LATER RESCUED FROM THEIR LIFEBOAT. OWNED AT THE TIME OF LOSS BY NAVIERA DEL ODIEL. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the MONDALINDO wreck located?

The MONDALINDO wreck is located at coordinates 46 59.94 N,5 0.08 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MONDALINDO?

The seabed around the MONDALINDO lies at approximately 146 meters deep.

When did the MONDALINDO sink?

The MONDALINDO sank on Aug 31, 1965.

When was the wreck of the MONDALINDO discovered?

The wreck of the MONDALINDO was discovered in 1965.

What country did the MONDALINDO belong to?

The MONDALINDO belonged to ES.

What cargo was the MONDALINDO carrying?

The MONDALINDO was carrying rubber,metal: concentrate and products,clay products.

What was the tonnage of the MONDALINDO?

The MONDALINDO had a tonnage of 665 tons.

What type of wreck is the MONDALINDO?

The MONDALINDO is classified as a carrier.

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