Shotline Diving Wreck Profile
- Name: Governor Hunt
- Type: Schooner
- Year Built: 1853
- Builder: D. Rogers, Olcott, New York
- Dimensions: Not specified
- Registered Tonnage: 140 tons
- Location: A few miles east of Conneaut, Ohio
- Official Number: 10227
- Original Owners: Not specified
- Number of Masts: Not specified
Wreck Location Map
Vessel Type
The Governor Hunt was a wooden-hulled schooner, a common type of sailing vessel used on the Great Lakes during the mid-19th century. Schooners were favored for their speed and capacity, making them suitable for transporting various cargoes across the lakes.
Description
Built in 1853 by D. Rogers in Olcott, New York, the Governor Hunt was a 140-ton wooden schooner. While specific dimensions are not provided, vessels of this class typically featured two or more masts and were designed for the efficient transport of goods. The schooner’s construction would have been robust to withstand the often harsh conditions encountered on the Great Lakes. (Great Lakes Shipwreck Files)
History
Throughout its operational life, the Governor Hunt served as a cargo vessel on Lake Erie, transporting various goods between ports. On August 15, 1869, while carrying a cargo of 963 barrels of refined oil and 200 barrels of naphtha, the schooner encountered heavy seas and a northeast wind near Erie, Pennsylvania. The vessel sprang a leak and, recognizing the severity of the situation, the crew attempted to return to Conneaut, Ohio. Despite their efforts, the schooner was unable to make it back and ultimately foundered a few miles east of Conneaut. Fortunately, there were no casualties reported in the incident.
Significant Incidents
- August 15, 1869: The Governor Hunt sank due to a storm-induced leak while carrying hazardous cargo.
Final Disposition
The Governor Hunt sank due to the storm-induced leak and was declared a total loss. Details regarding salvage operations or the recovery of cargo are not specified in the available records.
Current Condition & Accessibility
There is no specific information available regarding the discovery or exploration of the Governor Hunt’s wreck site.
Resources & Links
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The loss of the Governor Hunt highlights the perils faced by maritime vessels navigating the Great Lakes during the 19th century. Despite the challenges posed by severe weather conditions, the successful evacuation of the crew underscores the importance of preparedness and seamanship. The incident serves as a testament to the risks inherent in the transportation of hazardous cargoes and the unpredictable nature of lake navigation during that era.
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: Governor Hunt
- Former Names: None
- Official Number: 10227
- Date Built: 1853
- Builder: D. Rogers, Olcott, New York
- Dimensions: Not specified
- Tonnage: 140 tons
- Date Lost: August 15, 1869
- Place of Loss: A few miles east of Conneaut, Ohio
- Lake: Erie
- Type of Loss: Storm
- Cargo: 963 barrels of refined oil, 200 barrels of naphtha
- Loss of Life: None
- Home Port: Not specified
Vessel Type
The Governor Hunt was a wooden-hulled schooner, a common type of sailing vessel used on the Great Lakes during the mid-19th century. Schooners were favored for their speed and capacity, making them suitable for transporting various cargoes across the lakes.
Description
Built in 1853 by D. Rogers in Olcott, New York, the Governor Hunt was a 140-ton wooden schooner. While specific dimensions are not provided, vessels of this class typically featured two or more masts and were designed for the efficient transport of goods. The schooner’s construction would have been robust to withstand the often harsh conditions encountered on the Great Lakes.(Great Lakes Shipwreck Files)
History
Throughout its operational life, the Governor Hunt served as a cargo vessel on Lake Erie, transporting various goods between ports. On August 15, 1869, while carrying a cargo of 963 barrels of refined oil and 200 barrels of naphtha, the schooner encountered heavy seas and a northeast wind near Erie, Pennsylvania. The vessel sprang a leak and, recognizing the severity of the situation, the crew attempted to return to Conneaut, Ohio. Despite their efforts, the schooner was unable to make it back and ultimately foundered a few miles east of Conneaut. Fortunately, there were no casualties reported in the incident.
Final Disposition
The Governor Hunt sank due to the storm-induced leak and was declared a total loss. Details regarding salvage operations or the recovery of cargo are not specified in the available records.
Located By & Date Found
There is no specific information available regarding the discovery or exploration of the Governor Hunt’s wreck site.
Notmars & Advisories
No specific Notices to Mariners (Notmars) or advisories related to the wreck of the Governor Hunt have been identified.
Resources & Links
Conclusion
The loss of the Governor Hunt highlights the perils faced by maritime vessels navigating the Great Lakes during the 19th century. Despite the challenges posed by severe weather conditions, the successful evacuation of the crew underscores the importance of preparedness and seamanship. The incident serves as a testament to the risks inherent in the transportation of hazardous cargoes and the unpredictable nature of lake navigation during that era.
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