Oleta Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Oleta Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		28 35.09 N,16 20.1 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 28.584833
  • Longitude: -16.335000
Water Depth 50 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name OLETA
Type motor vessel
Flag ES
Tonnage 146
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 6, 1972
Original Detection Year 1972
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 9.5.94 9.5.94 SANK OFF PUNTA HIDALGO, TENERIFE. (LLOYDS 209). POSN 283500N, 162000W FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Apr 3, 2003

Circumstances of loss

REPORTED SUNK OFF PUNTA HIDALGO, TENERIFE. PASSAGE TENERIFE FOR SANTA CRUZ, PALMA. CREW RESCUED BY SPANISH MT BRUCH. (LL).

General Comments

WOODEN HULL

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FAQ

Where is the OLETA wreck located?

The OLETA wreck is located at coordinates 28 35.09 N,16 20.1 W.

How deep is the seabed around the OLETA?

The seabed around the OLETA lies at approximately 50 meters deep.

When did the OLETA sink?

The OLETA sank on Sep 6, 1972.

When was the wreck of the OLETA discovered?

The wreck of the OLETA was discovered in 1972.

What country did the OLETA belong to?

The OLETA belonged to ES.

What cargo was the OLETA carrying?

The OLETA was carrying general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the OLETA?

The OLETA had a tonnage of 146 tons.

What type of wreck is the OLETA?

The OLETA is classified as a motor vessel.

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