Shotline Diving Wreck Profile
- Name: Dinah
- Type: steam tug/launch
- Year Built:
- Builder:
- Dimensions: Length X ft (Y m); Beam; Depth of hold
- Registered Tonnage: approximately 16 tons
- Location: off Long Point, Lake Erie
- Official Number: Not documented
Wreck Location Map
Vessel Type
(steam tug/launch)
Description
The Dinah was likely a small steam tug or launch, utilized primarily for local harbor work, towing, or fishing operations. Due to its limited size and power, it was highly vulnerable during storms on Lake Erie, particularly near headlands like Long Point.
History
On July 4, 1910, while operating during storm conditions, the Dinah foundered off Long Point, Lake Erie. It likely took on water during heavy seas and sank. The vessel was categorized as a total loss, and ongoing records do not indicate whether the hull was salvaged.
Significant Incidents
- Foundered during a storm on July 4, 1910, off Long Point, Lake Erie.
- No casualties recorded; crew was safe or rescued.
Final Disposition
The Dinah was declared a total loss following its sinking. There is no available information regarding any salvage attempts or the current status of the wreck.
Current Condition & Accessibility
Details regarding the current condition of the wreck are not documented. Accessibility for divers may vary based on local conditions and regulations.
Resources & Links
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The Dinah succumbed to heavy weather off Long Point on July 4, 1910, foundering during a lake storm. With no casualties recorded, her loss highlights the hazards that small steam-powered vessels faced on Lake Erie during sudden weather events.
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