Sierra Madre Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Sierra madre Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		43 33.93 N,3 44.99 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 43.565500
  • Longitude: -3.749833
Water Depth 63 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SIERRA MADRE
Type motor vessel
Flag ES
Tonnage 998
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,ore
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 23, 1976
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1976
Last Detection Year 2024
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 26.4.76 26.4.76 SANK IN 433400N, 034500W APPROX. (LLOYDS VOL.224). INS AS NDW PA. BR STD. 7.9.82 7.9.82 NDW PA IN 433400N, 034454W [EUR] ON SPANISH 4052. BR STD. 18.12.02 18.12.02 NOT SHOWN ON LARGEST SCALE SPANISH 401 [1ST EDN APR '02, 1:50,000], WHICH CARRIES NOTE THAT ONLY THE MOST IMPORTANT WRECKS ARE SHOWN. RETAIN AS LIVE RECORD, NOT CHARTED BY PRIMARY AUTHORITY. DELETE. BR STD. 13.4.10 13.4.10 SHOWN AS NDW IN 4333.900N, 0345.00W [WGD] ON SPANISH 401 [INT 1806] [1ST EDN JUL '07, 1:175,000, LARGEST SCALE ADOPTION]. NC 1291.
Last Amended Date Jan 15, 2025

Circumstances of loss

BUILT 1958, BY S.A. CORCHO HIJOS, SANTANDER. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY MARITIMA DEL NORTE, S.A. PASSAGE BILBAO TO AVILES. DEVELOPED HEAVY LIST DUE TO SHIFTING CARGO AND SANK, 7M OFF ENTRANCE TO SANTANDER. 9 OF CREW SAVED, 5 LOST. (MSD)

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FAQ

Where is the SIERRA MADRE wreck located?

The SIERRA MADRE wreck is located at coordinates 43 33.93 N,3 44.99 W.

How deep is the seabed around the SIERRA MADRE?

The seabed around the SIERRA MADRE lies at approximately 63 meters deep.

When did the SIERRA MADRE sink?

The SIERRA MADRE sank on Apr 23, 1976.

When was the wreck of the SIERRA MADRE discovered?

The wreck of the SIERRA MADRE was discovered in 1976.

What country did the SIERRA MADRE belong to?

The SIERRA MADRE belonged to ES.

What cargo was the SIERRA MADRE carrying?

The SIERRA MADRE was carrying ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,ore.

What was the tonnage of the SIERRA MADRE?

The SIERRA MADRE had a tonnage of 998 tons.

What type of wreck is the SIERRA MADRE?

The SIERRA MADRE is classified as a motor vessel.

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