Siete De Agosto Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Siete de agosto Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		29 0.09 N,16 0.11 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 29.001500
  • Longitude: -16.001833
Water Depth 3675 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SIETE DE AGOSTO
Type stern trawler
Flag AR
Tonnage 929
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 14, 1977
Original Detection Year 1977
Last Detection Year 1977
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 28.11.77 VESSEL SANK OFF CANARY ISLANDS OUTSIDE SPANISH JUDICIAL WATERS. (LL, 26.11.77). POSN 290000N, 160000W FOR FILING ONLY. 19.12.77 REPORTED AS A TOTAL LOSS. SANK FOLLOWING FIRE IN ENGINE-ROOM. (LL, 17.12.77). NCA.
Last Amended Date Apr 3, 2003

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1964. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY VENTURA SA MARITIMA COMMERCIAL E INDUSTRIAL. PASSAGE VIGO FOR ARGENTINA. SANK OFF THE CANARY ISLANDS AFTER DEVELOPING A FIRE IN ENGINE-ROOM. 21 CREW RESCUED. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the SIETE DE AGOSTO wreck located?

The SIETE DE AGOSTO wreck is located at coordinates 29 0.09 N,16 0.11 W.

How deep is the seabed around the SIETE DE AGOSTO?

The seabed around the SIETE DE AGOSTO lies at approximately 3675 meters deep.

When did the SIETE DE AGOSTO sink?

The SIETE DE AGOSTO sank on May 14, 1977.

When was the wreck of the SIETE DE AGOSTO discovered?

The wreck of the SIETE DE AGOSTO was discovered in 1977.

What country did the SIETE DE AGOSTO belong to?

The SIETE DE AGOSTO belonged to AR.

What was the tonnage of the SIETE DE AGOSTO?

The SIETE DE AGOSTO had a tonnage of 929 tons.

What type of wreck is the SIETE DE AGOSTO?

The SIETE DE AGOSTO is classified as a stern trawler.

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