Gypsy – St. Lawrence River Yacht Shipwreck

Shotline Diving Wreck Profile

• Name: Gypsy
• Type: Yacht
• Year Built:
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• Location: Clayton, New York, near Washington Island
• Original Owners: National Yacht Club

Wreck Location Map

Vessel Type

The Gypsy is classified as a yacht, part of the recreational fleet of the National Yacht Club.

Description

The Gypsy was among several yachts that suffered severe damage during a storm, resulting in catastrophic destruction across the fleet.

History

The Gypsy was part of the National Yacht Club fleet, which faced significant storm damage. The storm caused sunken hulls and broken spars among the yachts, highlighting vulnerabilities in mooring protection.

Significant Incidents

• The Gypsy was heavily affected by a storm that caused severe damage to multiple yachts in the National Yacht Club fleet.
• Specific details about the extent of the Gypsy‘s damage remain undocumented, but it is presumed to have either sunk or been rendered unseaworthy.
• Other yachts, such as the Jimmie, completely disappeared during the storm.

Final Disposition

The fate of the Gypsy remains unclear, with no records of salvage or abandonment. It is presumed to rest on the lakebed near Clayton, NY, if not salvaged.

Current Condition & Accessibility

If the Gypsy was not salvaged, its remains may lie near the area downstream of Washington Island in Clayton, NY. The condition of the wreck, if present, is unknown and may have deteriorated significantly over time. The site is potentially accessible to divers, but further exploration is needed to locate and confirm any remains.

Resources & Links

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The loss of the Gypsy serves as a reminder of the fragile nature of recreational vessels in extreme weather conditions and the importance of improved storm protection measures.