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.

Shotline Diving Wreck Profile

• Name: Emma
• Year built: 1894
• Final date lost: 3 July 1912
• Location: Lake Huron, off “Huron” (likely referring to Huron County, Ontario)
• Type of loss: Fire — burned to total loss
• Casualties: None documented, no reports of passenger presence at time of incident

Vessel Type & Description

Emma was a wooden-hulled vessel originally constructed in 1894. Based on regional patterns and the nature of her loss, she was likely engaged in commercial or passenger service on Lake Huron.

History & Final Voyage

• Active from 1894 until her loss in 1912.
• On 3 July 1912, Emma caught fire while underway on Lake Huron. The blaze quickly consumed the vessel, leaving her a total loss.
• There is no indication from the available records that she was carrying passengers or freight at the time of the incident.

Final Disposition

The vessel was completely destroyed by fire and presumably sank. No structure remained intact post-incident.

Located By & Date Found

There are no records of archaeological surveys, rediscovery, or diving expeditions related to Emma. Her remains are uncharted, and no modern exploration is documented.

Notmar & Advisories

No Notices to Mariners specific to Emma are currently noted. Mariners should always exercise caution in Lake Huron waters, particularly for fire risks on wooden hulls.

Resources & Links

• Listed under “E” in archival records of Great Lakes Shipwreck Files, confirming year built, loss date, fire loss, and absence of casualties (greatlakesrex.wordpress.com, greatlakesrex.wordpress.com).

Conclusion

Emma’s loss in 1912 illustrates the persistent hazards of onboard fires for wooden Great Lakes vessels in the early 20th century. While no casualties were reported and no wreck remains accessible, Emma’s story remains part of the broader maritime history of Lake Huron and the lifecycle risks of aging wooden craft.

Keywords, Categories, Glossary Terms

• Keywords: fire loss, wooden hull, Lake Huron, 1912
• Categories: Wooden vessel losses, early 20th-century ship fires, Lake Huron maritime history
• Glossary:
  • Total loss: A vessel burned or damaged beyond repair, usually considered fully written off.
  • Notmar: Notice to Mariners—official maritime navigational advisories.

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