Torrebermeja Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status lifted
Torrebermeja Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		36 42.137 N,4 25.047 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 36.702283
  • Longitude: -4.417450
Water Depth 15 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name TORREBERMEJA
Type tug
Flag ES
Length 26.8 m
Width 7 m
Draught 2.7
Tonnage 108
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 15, 1985
Original Detection Year 1985
Last Detection Year 1985
Original Source national HO/authority notice to mariners
Markers 3 SMALL UNLIT BUOYS
Last Amended Date Sep 9, 2006

Simplified Wreck Survey

The shipwreck known as Torrebermeja is located in the Mediterranean Sea off the coast of Benalmadena, Spain, at the coordinates 36 42.137 N, 4 25.047 W. Following the vessel's sinking, the site was historically monitored by the UK Hydrographic Office and various maritime authorities. While early reports placed the wreckage in approximately 14.5 meters of water marked by buoys, records from May 1985 indicate that the wreck was salvaged and removed from the seabed. The site is now listed as cleared, with no significant underwater obstruction remaining at this position. This maritime data is verified by official UKHO and international notices to mariners regarding the salvage and lifting of the Torrebermeja.

Surveying Details

H4457/80 26.4.85 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 364213N, 042558W [EUR] IN GEN DEPTH 14.5MTRS, MARKED BY 3 SMALL UNLIT BUOYS. (USS PUGET SOUND). LONGITUDE SHOULD READ 042458W. CHART AS DW PA. - NM 1252/85. H4457/80 7.6.85 POSN 364214N, 042503W. (SPANISH TNM 578/85). NCA, TEMPORARY INFORMATION ONLY. H4457/80 7.6.85 WK SALVAGED 29.5.85. (LLOYDS VOL.260). AMENDED TO LIFT. DELETE. - NM 1658/85.

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL SANK FOLLOWING COLLISION WITH USS 'PUGET SOUND' WHICH SHE WAS ASSISTING. CREW OF FOUR RESCUED. VESSEL LATER SALVAGED. (LLOYDS VOL.260).

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FAQ

Where is the TORREBERMEJA wreck located?

The TORREBERMEJA wreck is located at coordinates 36 42.137 N,4 25.047 W.

How deep is the seabed around the TORREBERMEJA?

The seabed around the TORREBERMEJA lies at approximately 15 meters deep.

When did the TORREBERMEJA sink?

The TORREBERMEJA sank on Apr 15, 1985.

When was the wreck of the TORREBERMEJA discovered?

The wreck of the TORREBERMEJA was discovered in 1985.

What country did the TORREBERMEJA belong to?

The TORREBERMEJA belonged to ES.

What was the tonnage of the TORREBERMEJA?

The TORREBERMEJA had a tonnage of 108 tons.

What type of wreck is the TORREBERMEJA?

The TORREBERMEJA is classified as a tug.

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