- Tug
- 55ft 17m Lengths
- 10ffw 3m Depths
- Scammon Cove, Drummond Island, Lake Huron
- 45º 56.923’ North
83º 37.922’ West
History
Once a proud vessel, the tug SILVER SPRAY was crafted by F. W. Wheeler & Co. in West Bay City, MI, commissioned by Henry Corcan of Eagle Harbor, MI. Built with care, she boasted dimensions of 54 feet in length, 15.8 feet in beam, 6 feet in hull depth, and a gross tonnage of 38 tons. From 1895 to 1924, SILVER SPRAY called Marquette, MI her home port and likely served as a towing vessel on Lake Superior. The following years saw her ownership transferred to the Kreetan Company of Drummond Island from 1925 to 1939. This lumber company was situated at Johnswood on Scammon Cove near the eastern end of Drummond Island.
SILVER SPRAY’s fate took an unfortunate turn when the Kreetan Company faced financial struggles and ultimately went out of business. Left abandoned near Meade Island on the western side of Scammon Cove, the once-vibrant tug found herself desolate. Though officially listed as an actively enrolled vessel until 1939, it is suspected that she was abandoned long before that.
Today, the remains of SILVER SPRAY lie beneath the waves, revealing a poignant glimpse into her history. The lower hull remains fully intact, but the upper deck and cabin structure have vanished. Salvagers have taken the engine, leaving only the boiler behind. Despite her state, the wreck offers a unique opportunity for snorkeling enthusiasts to explore a piece of maritime history.
Positioned in 5 to 10 feet of water on the western side of Scammon Cove, near Meade Island, SILVER SPRAY serves as a silent reminder of a bygone era. Her legacy lives on, even in her quiet slumber beneath the waves. As nature gradually reclaims her, SILVER SPRAY’s story continues to captivate the curious minds of those who encounter her, inviting them to imagine the tales she could tell if only her timbers could speak.
