Orquidea Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status lifted
Orquidea Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
42 24 N,8 42 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 42.400000
  • Longitude: -8.700000
Water Depth 3 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ORQUIDEA
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1964
Last Detection Year 1964
Original Source national HO/authority notice to mariners
Surveying Details H951/64 10.3.64 H951/64 10.3.64 WK, MASTS SHOWING, IN 422400N, 084200W APPROX. (CADIZ NM 8/167(T)/64). NCA. H951/64 21.4.64 H951/64 21.4.64 WK HAS BEEN REMOVED. (CADIZ NM 11/250/64). AMENDED TO LIFT.
Last Amended Date Jan 28, 2002
WRECK MAP LOADING ... 42 24 N,8 42 W
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FAQ

Where is the ORQUIDEA wreck located?

The ORQUIDEA wreck is located at coordinates 42 24 N,8 42 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ORQUIDEA?

The seabed around the ORQUIDEA lies at approximately 3 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the ORQUIDEA discovered?

The wreck of the ORQUIDEA was discovered in 1964.