San Miguel Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status lifted
San miguel Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		57 3.902 N,5 53.149 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 57.065033
  • Longitude: -5.885817
Wreck Depth 20 m
Water Depth 31 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SAN MIGUEL
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Length 17.7 m
Tonnage 36
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 29, 1983
Original Detection Year 1983
Last Detection Year 1983
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Last Amended Date Oct 14, 1983

Simplified Wreck Survey

The underwater wreck of the San Miguel is located at coordinates 57 3.902 N, 5 53.149 W, situated off the west coast of Scotland near Oban. Although historical survey records from 1983 initially indicated the vessel sank in approximately 45 meters of water, later reports confirmed the wreck was raised. Consequently, the San Miguel is not a hazard to navigation and was never officially charted as a permanent underwater obstruction.

Surveying Details

H3156/69 2.9.83 SANK IN 570355N, 055305W [OGB] IN APPROX 45MTRS. (OBAN MRSC, TLX DTD 29.7.83). NCA YET. H3156/69 3.10.83 RAISED. (FISHING NEWS, 9.9.83). AMENDED TO LIFT. NEVER CHARTED. NCA.

Circumstances of loss

REPORTED TAKING WATER OFF POINT OF SLEAT. CREW OF FIVE RECOVERED BY MALLAIG LIFEBOAT. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the SAN MIGUEL wreck located?

The SAN MIGUEL wreck is located at coordinates 57 3.902 N,5 53.149 W.

How deep is the SAN MIGUEL and where exactly is it located?

The SAN MIGUEL lies at a depth of about 20 meters and is located at coordinates 57 3.902 N,5 53.149 W.

How deep is the seabed around the SAN MIGUEL?

The seabed around the SAN MIGUEL lies at approximately 31 meters deep.

When did the SAN MIGUEL sink?

The SAN MIGUEL sank on Jul 29, 1983.

When was the wreck of the SAN MIGUEL discovered?

The wreck of the SAN MIGUEL was discovered in 1983.

What country did the SAN MIGUEL belong to?

The SAN MIGUEL belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the SAN MIGUEL?

The SAN MIGUEL had a tonnage of 36 tons.

What type of wreck is the SAN MIGUEL?

The SAN MIGUEL is classified as a fishing vessel.

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