Orinon Wreck
| Field |
Value |
| Wreck Category |
dangerous wreck |
Orinon Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
|
43 55.755 N,1 28.949 W |
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
|
- Latitude: 43.929250
- Longitude: -1.482483
|
| Wreck Depth |
20 m
|
| Water Depth |
45 m
|
| Water Level Effect |
always under water/submerged |
| Vertical Datum |
Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide |
| Name |
ORINON |
|
Type
|
steam ship
|
| Flag |
ES |
| Length |
91.4 m |
| Width |
13.1 m |
| Draught |
4.9 |
| Tonnage |
2571 |
| Tonnage Type |
gross |
| Conspic Visual |
not visually conspicuous |
| Conspic Radar |
not radar conspicuous |
| Date Sunk |
Jun 25, 1917
|
| Original Detection Year |
1919 |
| Last Detection Year |
2009 |
| Original Source |
national HO/authority notice to mariners |
| Last Amended Date |
Aug 11, 2009 |
Simplified Wreck Survey
The shipwreck known as ORINON is located in the Bay of Biscay off the French coast near the Contis Lighthouse. The current charted position of this underwater obstruction is 43 55.755 N, 1 28.949 W. This wreck is classified as a dangerous underwater obstacle at a depth of 20 meters. Hydrographic records confirm the site remains an active navigational hazard, noted as a wreck on official nautical charts. Historical surveying data indicates the position has been updated and amended over time to ensure maritime safety for vessels navigating these coastal waters. Mariners should remain cautious when operating in the vicinity of these coordinates due to the presence of the submerged wreck structure.
Surveying Details
H1302/19 4.1.19 H1302/19 4.1.19 WRECK LIES 197DEGS, 11M FROM CONTIS LT, OR IN 435508N, 012331W. (PARIS NM). H1135/21 22.2.21 H1135/21 22.2.21 POSN AMENDED TO 435600N, 034830W [PARIS DATUM] [012816W FROM GREENWICH]. (PARIS NM 14/293/21). - NM 406/21. H801/61 28.2.61 H801/61 28.2.61 DELETED. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). NE 2665. 1.5.74 1.5.74 NDW SHOWN IN 435536N, 012830W ON FRENCH 6571 [RECEIVED 27.3.74]. NCA. 16.10.78 16.10.78 NDW SHOWN IN 435551N, 012848W [EUR] ON FRENCH 6786 [1978 EDN]. BR STD.. 17.8.00 17.8.00 NDW PA SHOWN ON FRENCH 6991[2ND EDN 2000, 1:368,000]. NCA, AWAIT LARGER SCALE FRENCH CHART. 17.12.08 17.12.08 SHOWN AS WK USC 20MTRS ON FRENCH 7211 [4TH EDN 2008, 1:1,000,000]. NCA. 11.8.09 SEP 2009/000085522 11.8.09 SHOWN AS WK USC PD 20MTRS IN 4355.755N, 0128.949W [WGD] ON FRENCH 6786 [2ND EDN 2009, 1:130,000]. BR STD.
Circumstances of loss
BUILT 1895 BY ROPNER & SON, WITH TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINES OF 224HP. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY CIA. DE NAV. OLAZARRI. PASSAGE BARCELONA FOR BILBAO. TORPEDOED AND SUNK BY A GERMAN SUBMARINE IN THE BAY OF BISCAY. (LL WW1, DODS)
WRECK MAP LOADING ...
43 55.755 N,1 28.949 W
Orinon on Wreck Map
Orinon Wreck on Google Map
FAQ
Where is the ORINON wreck located?
The ORINON wreck is located at coordinates 43 55.755 N,1 28.949 W.
How deep is the ORINON and where exactly is it located?
The ORINON lies at a depth of about 20 meters and is located at coordinates 43 55.755 N,1 28.949 W.
How deep is the seabed around the ORINON?
The seabed around the ORINON lies at approximately 45 meters deep.
When did the ORINON sink?
The ORINON sank on Jun 25, 1917.
When was the wreck of the ORINON discovered?
The wreck of the ORINON was discovered in 1919.
What country did the ORINON belong to?
The ORINON belonged to ES.
What was the tonnage of the ORINON?
The ORINON had a tonnage of 2571 tons.
What type of wreck is the ORINON?
The ORINON is classified as a steam ship.