Tamber River Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Tamber river Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		34 37.8 N,9 46.5 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 34.630000
  • Longitude: -9.775000
Water Depth 4025 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name TAMBER RIVER
Type carrier
Flag MT
Tonnage 859
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 13, 1994
Original Detection Year 1994
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Mar 3, 2003

Simplified Wreck Survey

The Tamber River wreck is an underwater obstruction located off the coast of Morocco in the Atlantic Ocean at coordinates 34 37.8 N, 9 46.5 W. Originally reported sunk on August 15, 1994, this maritime site is cataloged under survey reference HH111/400/03. The wreckage is positioned in the Atlantic waters near the Moroccan coastline, serving as a documented navigational hazard for maritime traffic in the region.

Surveying Details

HH111/400/03 24.8.94 HH111/400/03 24.8.94 REPORTED SUNK IN 343748N, 094630W. (LLOYDS 15.8.94). NCA.

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1975. SANK ABOUT 120M NW OF CASABLANCA, MOROCCO, CAUSE UNKNOWN. THREE CREW MISSING. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the TAMBER RIVER wreck located?

The TAMBER RIVER wreck is located at coordinates 34 37.8 N,9 46.5 W.

How deep is the seabed around the TAMBER RIVER?

The seabed around the TAMBER RIVER lies at approximately 4025 meters deep.

When did the TAMBER RIVER sink?

The TAMBER RIVER sank on Aug 13, 1994.

When was the wreck of the TAMBER RIVER discovered?

The wreck of the TAMBER RIVER was discovered in 1994.

What country did the TAMBER RIVER belong to?

The TAMBER RIVER belonged to MT.

What was the tonnage of the TAMBER RIVER?

The TAMBER RIVER had a tonnage of 859 tons.

What type of wreck is the TAMBER RIVER?

The TAMBER RIVER is classified as a carrier.

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