Hennepin Point Wreck

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.