The submerged wreck with record number 494 is identified as the SCANLON, located in Lake Huron. This wreck is considered dangerous to surface navigation and has a high quality rating for its position data. The wreck is situated at approximately 45°03’47.92″N latitude and 83°23’35.67″W longitude, with a water depth of 5 feet below the surface.
Historical records from various surveys provide information about the SCANLON wreck. The wreck is described as a wooden tug, approximately 50 feet in length, located in 10 feet of water. It is broken up, with only ribs and planking remaining visible. The R/R (Remote Operated Vehicle) control position is reported as 45°03’17.2″N, 83°25’54.9″W.
Further information from survey CL574/82 indicates that the tug SCANLON was a wooden vessel with a length of about 100 feet and a width of 30 feet. It carried a cargo of stone and was sunk in 10 feet of water. The wreck is described as broken up, with sidewalls, boiler, and propeller mast still visible.
Diver investigations are recommended for verification and positive identification of the wreck. Given the shallow water depth and relatively intact condition of the wreckage, it is a popular dive site for enthusiasts. However, visibility may vary seasonally at the site.
As of the most recent data available, the wreck is located at position 45°03’17.2″N, 83°25’54.9″W, with a water depth of 5 feet. It is included in the Hydrographic Cell (HCell), and further verification efforts should focus on confirming its identity as the SCANLON and assessing its current condition and any potential hazards it may pose to navigation.
