Shotline Diving Wreck Profile
- Name: Ingeborg M. Forrest
- Type: Wooden two-masted schooner
- Year Built: 1871
- Builder: Anderson & Poulson
- Dimensions: Approx. 122 × 24 × 10 ft; 174 gross / 165 net tons
- Registered Tonnage: 174 gross / 165 net tons
- Location: Near the harbor entrance at Pentwater, Michigan
- Official Number: 100107
- Number of Masts: Two
Wreck Location Map
Vessel Type
The Ingeborg M. Forrest was a wooden two-masted schooner, a common vessel type used for cargo transport on the Great Lakes during the late 19th century.
Description
Constructed in 1871 by Anderson & Poulson at Fort Howard, Wisconsin, the Ingeborg M. Forrest measured approximately 122 feet in length, 24 feet in beam, and had a depth of hold of 10 feet. She had a registered tonnage of 174 gross tons and 165 net tons.
History
The Ingeborg M. Forrest had a brief operational history, primarily serving in the Great Lakes region. Her loss on April 16, 1897, near Pentwater, Michigan, highlights the challenges faced by vessels during spring storms.
Significant Incidents
- April 16, 1897: The vessel broke loose from the tug E.G. Maxwell during a spring gale while attempting to enter Pentwater harbor, leading to her stranding.
- Rescue personnel from the Lifesaving Service successfully rescued the crew, with no casualties reported.
Final Disposition
The Ingeborg M. Forrest was driven ashore and wrecked. A photograph of the stranded vessel exists in the Wisconsin Maritime Museum archives, confirming her final position.
Current Condition & Accessibility
The wreck site is located at the harbor entrance of Pentwater, Michigan. The condition of the wreck is confirmed as beached and wrecked, with photographic evidence available.
Resources & Links
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The story of the Ingeborg M. Forrest serves as a reminder of the perils faced by mariners in the Great Lakes, particularly during adverse weather conditions. The vessel’s wreck is a significant historical site, offering insights into maritime operations of the time.
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