Shotline Diving Wreck Profile
- Name: Evaline Bates
- Type: Wooden packet or small freighter
- Year Built: 1859
- Builder:
- Dimensions: Length X ft (Y m); Beam; Depth of hold
- Registered Tonnage:
- Location: Grand Island, near Munising, Michigan
- Official Number: Not found in surviving records
Wreck Location Map
Vessel Type
Evaline Bates is categorized as a wooden packet or small freighter, likely utilized in the timber or general cargo trade.
Description
Built around 1859, Evaline Bates was a wooden vessel that served commercial purposes on the Great Lakes. The ship was noted for its vintage wooden hull, which was characteristic of the era.
History
The vessel’s last voyage ended on 1 September 1891 when it was caught in a fall storm. It was driven ashore at Grand Island, where it suffered extensive flooding and structural stress. The ship struck bottom and filled with water, leading to its abandonment due to its deteriorated condition.
Significant Incidents
- 1 September 1891: Caught in a storm, Evaline Bates was driven ashore at Grand Island, resulting in flooding and structural damage.
Final Disposition
Evaline Bates was declared a constructive total loss and was abandoned in situ. The wreck was not salvaged due to its age and perceived lack of value.
Current Condition & Accessibility
As of now, there are no known rediscoveries of the wreck of Evaline Bates, and its current condition remains undocumented.
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Evaline Bates was a small wooden commercial vessel lost on 1 September 1891 off Grand Island, Michigan, during a storm. The vessel was abandoned after flooding, with no casualties reported. Further archival research is needed to uncover details about its registry, ownership, and crew.
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