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3D Model Release by NOAASchooner Thrust – Fair Haven New York, Lake Ontario

NOAA has officially released a 3D model of the schooner Thrust, a historic shipwreck located in Sackets Harbor, New York, within the Lake Ontario National Marine Sanctuary. About the Thrust The Thrust was a two-masted schooner that sailed the Great Lakes during the 19th century, primarily transporting cargo and goods between ports. A New Look at History Using advanced sonar and photogrammetry, NOAA has…

NOAA has officially released a 3D model of the schooner Thrust, a historic shipwreck located in Sackets Harbor, New York, within the Lake Ontario National Marine Sanctuary.

About the Thrust

The Thrust was a two-masted schooner that sailed the Great Lakes during the 19th century, primarily transporting cargo and goods between ports.

A New Look at History

Using advanced sonar and photogrammetry, NOAA has captured and reconstructed a high-resolution 3D model of the wreck, allowing divers, historians, and the public to explore the site virtually. This effort is part of NOAA’s commitment to preserving and sharing maritime heritage.

Why It Matters

  • Enhanced Research – The model provides archaeologists and historians with new insights into the ship’s structure and condition.
  • Public Access – Non-divers can now explore the wreck from anywhere in the world.
  • Conservation & Awareness – By making the wreck more accessible, NOAA hopes to promote education and responsible diving practices.

Explore the Thrust in 3D

Schooner Barge Thrush (Lake Ontario NMS) by Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary on Sketchfab

This release is part of an ongoing effort to document and protect the many shipwrecks of Lake Ontario National Marine Sanctuary, designated in 2024 to safeguard 1,722 square miles of historically significant waters.

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