Shotline Diving Wreck Profile
- Name: George N
- Type: Propeller tug (wooden hull)
- Year Built: 1905
- Builder: Sault Ste. Marie, MI
- Dimensions: Approximately 55 ft (16.76 m) long × 11 ft; 5 ft depth of hold
- Registered Tonnage: 10 gross / 7 net tons
- Location: Entered Sturgeon River near L’Anse, MI
- Official Number: 202896
- Original Owners: Not specified
- Number of Masts: Not specified
Wreck Location Map
Vessel Type
The George N was a wooden propeller tug designed for towing and harbor operations.
Description
The George N was a small wooden propeller tug, approximately 55 feet long, with a beam of 11 feet and a depth of 5 feet. It was powered by a single screw, steam engine.
History
Launched in 1905 from a shipyard in Sault Ste. Marie, the George N served in towing and harbor operations out of Marquette, Michigan. On May 10, 1914, the vessel began taking on water near the mouth of the Sturgeon River and sank, with no reported cargo on board.
Significant Incidents
- May 10, 1914: The George N took on water and sank near the mouth of the Sturgeon River. The entire crew survived, and no lives were lost.
Final Disposition
The George N foundered in the Sturgeon River, and its wreck has not been confirmed by modern surveys.
Current Condition & Accessibility
The wreck site is likely in shallow water with potential sediment coverage. It is not marked as a navigational hazard, and no active notices have been noted regarding its status.
Resources & Links
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The George N was a small wooden tug that met its end in the Sturgeon River on May 10, 1914, after taking on water. The specifics of the incident remain unclear, and the wreck has not been surveyed in recent years.
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