Shotline Diving Wreck Profile
- Name: C. D. No. 2
- Type: Derrick scow barge
- Year Built:
- Builder:
- Dimensions: Length X ft (Y m); Beam; Depth of hold
- Registered Tonnage: 94 tons
- Depth at Wreck Site: 12.8 m / 42 ft
- Location: Approximately 3.5 miles west of Erieau, Ontario
- Coordinates: 42°14'00.0"N 81°00'00.0"W
Wreck Location Map
Vessel Type
Derrick scow barge
Description
The C. D. No. 2 was a derrick scow barge weighing 94 tons. Specific details about its construction, dimensions, and service history are limited.
History
On August 30, 1940, the C. D. No. 2 foundered approximately 3.5 miles (5.6 kilometers) west of Erieau, Ontario, and 12 miles (19.3 kilometers) offshore in Lake Erie. The circumstances leading to the sinking are not well-documented. The wreck now lies in 42 feet (12.8 meters) of water.
Significant Incidents
- Foundered on August 30, 1940, in Lake Erie.
Final Disposition
The C. D. No. 2 remains submerged at its sinking location in Lake Erie. There is no available information regarding salvage or recovery efforts.
Current Condition & Accessibility
Specific details about the discovery or identification of the wreck are not available.
Resources & Links
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The C. D. No. 2 serves as a historical example of the many vessels that have met their end in the unpredictable waters of the Great Lakes. Further research in maritime archives may provide additional insights into this vessel’s history and the circumstances of its sinking.
Legacy Notes & Full Historical Record
This section preserves the original unedited Shotline content for this wreck so that no historical detail is lost as we transition to the new logbook format.
42°14’00.0″N 81°00’00.0″W – C. D. No. 2 Shipwreck Location
Identification & Site Information
- Name: C. D. No. 2
- Former Names: None documented
- Registration Number(s): Not specified
- Date Built and Launched: Information not available
- Measurements: Derrick scow barge, 94 tons
- Date Lost: August 30, 1940
Vessel Type
Derrick scow barge
Description
The C. D. No. 2 was a derrick scow barge weighing 94 tons. Specific details about its construction, dimensions, and service history are limited.
History
On August 30, 1940, the C. D. No. 2 foundered approximately 3.5 miles (5.6 kilometers) west of Erieau, Ontario, and 12 miles (19.3 kilometers) offshore in Lake Erie. The circumstances leading to the sinking are not well-documented. The wreck now lies in 42 feet (12.8 meters) of water
Final Disposition
The C. D. No. 2 remains submerged at its sinking location in Lake Erie. There is no available information regarding salvage or recovery efforts.
Located By & Date Found
Specific details about the discovery or identification of the wreck are not available.
Notmars & Advisories
No navigational warnings or advisories related to the wreck of the C. D. No. 2 are currently documented.
Resources & Links
- Lake Erie Shipwreck Map and Index
Conclusion
The C. D. No. 2 serves as a historical example of the many vessels that have met their end in the unpredictable waters of the Great Lakes. Further research in maritime archives may provide additional insights into this vessel’s history and the circumstances of its sinking.
Keywords: C. D. No. 2, Lake Erie shipwreck, Erieau, Ontario, derrick scow barge, Great Lakes maritime history.
Categories: Maritime History, Great Lakes Shipwrecks, Lake Erie.
Glossary Terms:
- Derrick Scow Barge: A flat-bottomed vessel equipped with a crane or derrick for lifting heavy loads, typically used in construction or dredging operations.
- Foundered: A term used to describe a vessel filling with water and sinking.