Shotline Diving Wreck Profile
- Name: Derrick #2
- Type: Derrick Barge
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- Location: Lake Ontario
Wreck Location Map
Vessel Type
Vessel Type Description
The Derrick #2 was a derrick barge, a type of flat-bottomed vessel equipped with a crane or derrick for lifting heavy loads, commonly used in marine construction and salvage operations. These barges are typically unpowered and require towing to their operational sites.
Description
History
Construction and Service
Specific details about the construction and early service of the Derrick #2 are scarce. Derrick barges like the Derrick #2 were integral to marine construction projects, including dredging, bridge building, and salvage operations, particularly in the early 20th century.
The Foundering
In December 1920, the Derrick #2 foundered in Lake Ontario. The exact circumstances surrounding the incident, including the specific date, location, and cause, are not well-documented. Foundering typically refers to a vessel sinking due to water ingress, often resulting from adverse weather conditions, structural failure, or overloading.
History
Final Resting Place
The precise location of the Derrick #2 wreck in Lake Ontario remains uncertain due to limited historical records. Lake Ontario has been the site of numerous shipwrecks, and without specific coordinates or identifiable features, pinpointing the exact resting place of the Derrick #2 is challenging.
Significant Incidents
Current Condition & Accessibility
Given the lack of detailed information about the Derrick #2‘s sinking and location, its current condition is unknown. Unlike more prominent and well-documented wrecks in the Great Lakes, the Derrick #2 has not been a focal point for diving expeditions or archaeological studies.
Final Disposition
Legacy and Significance
While the Derrick #2 may not be among the most renowned shipwrecks of Lake Ontario, its story contributes to the broader narrative of maritime operations and the inherent risks faced by vessels engaged in construction and salvage work during that era. Each shipwreck in the Great Lakes offers insights into historical maritime practices, challenges, and the evolution of marine engineering.
Resources & Links
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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.
Vessel Type Description
The Derrick #2 was a derrick barge, a type of flat-bottomed vessel equipped with a crane or derrick for lifting heavy loads, commonly used in marine construction and salvage operations. These barges are typically unpowered and require towing to their operational sites.
History
Construction and Service
Specific details about the construction and early service of the Derrick #2 are scarce. Derrick barges like the Derrick #2 were integral to marine construction projects, including dredging, bridge building, and salvage operations, particularly in the early 20th century.
The Foundering
In December 1920, the Derrick #2 foundered in Lake Ontario. The exact circumstances surrounding the incident, including the specific date, location, and cause, are not well-documented. Foundering typically refers to a vessel sinking due to water ingress, often resulting from adverse weather conditions, structural failure, or overloading.
Final Resting Place
The precise location of the Derrick #2 wreck in Lake Ontario remains uncertain due to limited historical records. Lake Ontario has been the site of numerous shipwrecks, and without specific coordinates or identifiable features, pinpointing the exact resting place of the Derrick #2 is challenging.
Current Condition & Accessibility
Given the lack of detailed information about the Derrick #2‘s sinking and location, its current condition is unknown. Unlike more prominent and well-documented wrecks in the Great Lakes, the Derrick #2 has not been a focal point for diving expeditions or archaeological studies.
Legacy and Significance
While the Derrick #2 may not be among the most renowned shipwrecks of Lake Ontario, its story contributes to the broader narrative of maritime operations and the inherent risks faced by vessels engaged in construction and salvage work during that era. Each shipwreck in the Great Lakes offers insights into historical maritime practices, challenges, and the evolution of marine engineering.
Resources & Links
Keywords
Derrick #2, Lake Ontario shipwreck, derrick barge, maritime history, Great Lakes shipwrecks, marine construction, early 20th-century vessels.
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