Grand View Steamer by Shot Line Diving on Sketchfab
Identification & Site Information
- Name, Former Names: Grand View
- Registration Number(s): None known
- Date Built and Launched: Late 19th century (exact date unknown)
- Measurements: Length ~40 feet (13 meters)
- Date Lost, Destroyed, Abandoned: 1901
- GPS Coordinates. 44° 14.955’ N, 76° 6.240’ W
Vessel Type
The Grand View was a steam yacht, specifically a steam launch, designed for passenger transportation and leisure cruising in the Thousand Islands region.
Description
The wreck of the Grand View lies at a 45-degree angle on the silty bottom near Eagle Wing Shoal in the St. Lawrence River. The site begins with the Stern section in about 15 feet (4.6 meters) of water and descends along the starboard side to the bow, partially buried in silt.
Divers can explore internal structures and observe features like the Stern placard bearing the wreck’s name and year. Modern fishing anchors lost in recent years are scattered near the site. The vessel’s remains highlight its wooden construction and the absence of its motor and propeller, which were salvaged after the sinking.
History
The Grand View, owned by John A. Cook, was a prominent steam launch in the Thousand Islands. Its primary function was transporting passengers between Clayton Train Station and popular destinations such as Grand View Park on Wellesley Island.
The vessel’s sinking in 1901 near Eagle Wing Shoal likely resulted from a navigational mishap. Following the accident, salvage operations removed key mechanical components, leaving the Hull submerged.
This wreck is a testament to the era’s reliance on steam launches for scenic transportation, reflecting the vibrant tourism and leisure activities in the Thousand Islands during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Final Disposition
The Grand View was partially salvaged after its sinking, leaving its Hull as a historical site beneath the St. Lawrence River.
Located By & Date Found
The wreck’s current prominence among divers is thanks to its well-documented location. Specific divers or discovery dates remain unclear.
NOTMARs & Advisories
The site is marked and accessible via the Underwater Natural Features buoy. It lies just north of channel marker 226 and downstream of the Eagle Wing Group’s first rock.
Resources & Links
Keywords, Categories, Glossary
#Thousand Islands Wrecks #St. Lawrence River #Steam Launches #Maritime Heritage #Eagle Wing Shoal
YouTube Video CC Dan Gildea 2024
3D Model – Grand View
Grand View by 3DShipwrecks on Sketchfab
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