Shotline Diving Wreck Profile
- Name: Huron
- Type: Wooden Barge
- Year Built: 1881
- Builder: Henry Rooney
- Dimensions: 160.4 ft (48.9 m); Beam: 30 ft; Depth of hold: 12 ft
- Registered Tonnage: 275 tons
- Location: Near Morrisburg, St. Lawrence River, Ontario
- Coordinates: [Not provided]
- Official Number: 80873
- Original Owners: D.D. Calvin & Co.
- Number of Masts: Not specified
Wreck Location Map
Vessel Type
Vessel Type
The Huron was classified as a wooden barge, a common vessel type used for transporting goods across waterways.
Description
Description
The Huron was a wooden barge built in 1881 at Garden Island, Ontario, by Henry Rooney. It was originally owned by D.D. Calvin & Co. of Kingston, Ontario, a company well-known in the region’s timber and transportation industries. The vessel had the following specifications:
- Length: 160.4 feet
- Beam: 30 feet
- Depth: 12 feet
- Net Tonnage: 275 tons
- Official Number: 80873
The Huron (C80873) was a Canadian vessel registered under this official number, indicative of its operation in the busy waters of the Great Lakes or St. Lawrence River during its time of service.
History
History
Ships like the Huron were generally engaged in the transport of goods or passengers across Canada’s extensive waterways, contributing to the bustling commercial activity that characterized the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence River. During this time, Canadian-registered vessels were integral to moving resources such as grain, timber, coal, and manufactured goods between cities like Toronto, Montreal, and Kingston, as well as to smaller ports along the way.
Significant Incidents
Significant Incidents
The Huron was a total loss following a collision on August 31, 1912.
Final Disposition
Final Disposition
The wreck of the Huron remains underwater near Morrisburg, Ontario, a silent witness to the challenges of maritime transportation in the early 20th century.
Current Condition & Accessibility
Current Condition & Accessibility
The current condition of the wreck is not specified, but it is presumed to be underwater, potentially accessible to divers if located.
Resources & Links
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Conclusion
The story of the Huron reflects the perils of early 20th-century maritime trade on the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence River. The vessel’s sinking highlights the dangers of navigating busy waterways with limited technological support, which often led to collisions and other maritime disasters.
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