Hennepin Point Wreck

Explore the mysterious Hennepin Point Wreck in Lake Huron, a submerged hazard with unknown details. A site for experienced divers seeking adventure.

Shotline Diving Wreck Profile

  • Name: Unknown Vessel (Unconfirmed)
  • Type: Unknown
  • Year Built:
  • Builder: Unknown
  • Dimensions: Unknown
  • Registered Tonnage: Unknown
  • Location: Approx. Lake Huron
  • Coordinates: 42.19175°N, -83.141611°W
  • Official Number: Not known
  • Original Owners: Unknown
  • Number of Masts: Unknown

Wreck Location Map

Vessel Type

This vessel is classified as an unknown wreck, with no specific type or details available.

Description

This vessel is listed in NOAA’s Automated Wreck and Obstruction Information System (AWOIS) as Record 10689. No technical details about the vessel’s rig, propulsion, material, or dimensions have been recorded. It was noted by Canadian authorities as submerged and hazardous to navigation.

History

This wreck was first applied to Canadian nautical charts by the Canadian Coast Guard on 13 July 1978. It is labeled in historic documentation as: “HISTORY N-S TO 1615, 7-13-78; CANADA CG; WRECK APPLIED TO CHART IN APPROX POS. 42-11-30.3N 083-08-29.8W.” No other historical context or vessel information is known.

Significant Incidents

  • No significant incidents documented.

Final Disposition

The wreck remains submerged and unconfirmed in structure, depth, or identity. It is marked as a hazard to surface navigation due to unknown depth and poor coordinate precision.

Current Condition & Accessibility

Access: Unknown
Entry Point: Not specified
Conditions: Not documented
Depth Range: Unknown
Emergency Contacts: Local Canadian Coast Guard sector
Permits: Required if site is confirmed
Dive Support: None recorded

Resources & Links

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As a diver, remember to respect the site and its history. Leave only bubbles and take only memories. If you choose to explore this wreck, ensure you are aware of the legal requirements and safety precautions.

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: Unknown Vessel (Unconfirmed)
Other Names: None recorded
Official Number: Not known
Registry: Unknown
Vessel Type: Unknown
Builder: Unknown
Year Built: Unknown
Dimensions: Unknown
Tonnage: Unknown
Cargo on Final Voyage: Unknown
Date of Loss: Unknown
Location: Approx. Lake Huron
Coordinates: 42.19175°N, -83.141611°W
Depth: Unknown
Home Port: Unknown
Owners: Unknown
Crew: Unknown
Casualties: Unknown

Description

This vessel is listed in NOAA’s Automated Wreck and Obstruction Information System (AWOIS) as Record 10689. No technical details about the vessel’s rig, propulsion, material, or dimensions have been recorded. It was noted by Canadian authorities as submerged and hazardous to navigation.

History

This wreck was first applied to Canadian nautical charts by the Canadian Coast Guard on 13 July 1978. It is labeled in historic documentation as: “HISTORY N-S TO 1615, 7-13-78; CANADA CG; WRECK APPLIED TO CHART IN APPROX POS. 42-11-30.3N 083-08-29.8W.” No other historical context or vessel information is known.

Final Dispositions

The wreck remains submerged and unconfirmed in structure, depth, or identity. It is marked as a hazard to surface navigation due to unknown depth and poor coordinate precision.

Located By & Date Found

Reported and charted by the Canadian Coast Guard on 13 July 1978. Positioning is approximate.

Notmars & Advisories

Mariners should consult current Canadian Notices to Mariners (NOTMAR) for updates. No recent refinements or depth verifications found.

Dive Information

Access: Unknown
Entry Point: Not specified
Conditions: Not documented
Depth Range: Unknown
Emergency Contacts: Local Canadian Coast Guard sector
Permits: Required if site is confirmed
Dive Support: None recorded

Crew & Casualty Memorials

Unknown. No crew list or casualty information associated.
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Documented Statements & Extracts

“HISTORY N-S TO 1615, 7-13-78; CANADA CG; WRECK APPLIED TO CHART IN APPROX POS. 42-11-30.3N 083-08-29.8W.” — Canadian Coast Guard, 1978 Charting Note

Registry, Enrollment & Insurance Trails

No official registry, enrollment, or insurance records are associated with this wreck. It is classified as unknown.

Site Documentation & Imaging

No known 3D models, VR walkthroughs, or sonar imagery are currently available. NOAA AWOIS record only includes textual hazard reference.

Image Gallery

Chart symbol for submerged wreck
Standard NOAA chart symbol for submerged wrecks (NOAA Nautical Chart Manual)

Resources & Links

References

  1. NOAA AWOIS Record #10689 – [Wreckhunter.net](https://wreckhunter.net/awois2.htm)
  2. Canadian Coast Guard Charting Note, 13 July 1978

NOAA Shipwreck Record Card

Wreck Name: Unknown Vessel (Unconfirmed)
Other Names: None
Official Number: Not known
Coordinates: 42.19175°N, -83.141611°W
Depth: Unknown
Location Description: Submerged obstruction, approximate position
Vessel Type: Unknown
Material: Unknown
Dimensions: Unknown
Condition: Unknown
Cause of Loss: Unknown
Discovery Date: 13 July 1978
Discovered By: Canadian Coast Guard
Method: Charting report
Legal Notes: Not registered, not insured
Hazards: Submerged, dangerous to surface navigation
Permits Required: Not applicable unless surveyed
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