Identification & Site Information #
Vessel Type Description #
The Dominion was a dredge barge, likely involved in the excavation and maintenance of waterways, crucial for ensuring safe passage for larger vessels.
History #
The Dominion capsized and sank in a storm on October 28, 1892, while under tow three miles east of Point Pelee, Ontario. The exact circumstances leading to its capsizing are not detailed, but such events were not uncommon during severe weather conditions on the Great Lakes.
Final Disposition #
- Date of Loss: October 28, 1892
- Cause of Loss: Capsized during a storm
- Salvage Operations: None reported
Tags #
- Shipwreck
- Dredge Barge
- Point Pelee
- Lake Erie
- Maritime History
- Storm
Conclusion #
The Dominion’s loss underscores the dangers faced by dredging vessels, especially when exposed to the unpredictable and often violent weather patterns of the Great Lakes. Its wreck remains a point of interest for maritime historians and divers.
