Eva(1881)

Explore the mysterious wreck of the Eva, a wooden vessel lost to fire in Lake Huron in 1896. Details remain scarce, making it a subject of intrigue for wreck divers.

Shotline Diving Wreck Profile

  • Name: Eva
  • Type: Wooden vessel
  • Year Built: 1881
  • Builder: Unknown (likely in Michigan)
  • Dimensions: Length X ft (Y m); Beam; Depth of hold
  • Registered Tonnage: Not documented
  • Location: Lake Huron, Michigan side
  • Coordinates: Exact coordinates unknown
  • Official Number: Not available
  • Original Owners: Not specified
  • Number of Masts: Not specified

Wreck Location Map

Vessel Type

The Eva is classified as a wooden vessel, possibly a schooner, barge, or steam-assisted craft. The exact rigging and propulsion details are not specified in the available records.

Description

Little is known about the Eva’s physical characteristics, including its cargo capacity, as no tonnage or capacity data has been documented. The vessel was built in 1881, likely in a Michigan yard, but the exact builder and hull number remain unverified.

History

The Eva’s service history is largely undocumented, with no records detailing its operations or ownership prior to its loss. The vessel is primarily noted for its destruction by fire in April 1896.

Significant Incidents

  • Date of Loss: April 1896 (exact day unspecified)
  • Cause: Destroyed by fire, presumed total loss; details regarding the fire are minimal.
  • Location: General area of Lake Huron, Michigan side; exact coordinates or port location unknown.
  • Casualties / Crew: Not specified; no records regarding survivors or fatalities.

Final Disposition

The Eva was lost to fire in April 1896, with no further details available regarding the incident. The vessel is presumed to be a total loss.

Current Condition & Accessibility

As of now, the Eva remains an obscure and under-documented wreck. There are no known remains or artifacts accessible for exploration, and the exact location of the wreck is unknown.

Resources & Links

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To develop a comprehensive profile of the Eva, further research is needed, including consultations of registry data, period newspapers, and specialized maritime archives.

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