Shotline Diving Wreck Profile
- Name: Julian V. O’Brien
- Type: Tug
- Year Built: 1888
- Builder:
- Dimensions: Length X ft (Y m); Beam; Depth of hold
- Registered Tonnage:
- Location: Thunder Bay Dump Site
Wreck Location Map
Vessel Type
Wooden Tug, built in 1888.
Description
The Julian V. O’Brien was a wooden tug that served in the Buffalo area before its decommissioning and scuttling in Thunder Bay. The vessel is part of the Thunder Bay Dump Site.
History
The tug was launched in Buffalo in 1888 and operated in harbor services. Details regarding its construction, ownership, and operational history are being researched through various archives.
Significant Incidents
- Scuttled in the Garbage Ship Graveyard.
Final Disposition
The Julian V. O’Brien was decommissioned and subsequently scuttled, contributing to the underwater archaeological landscape of Thunder Bay.
Current Condition & Accessibility
Current condition and accessibility details are pending further investigation, including requests for GPS coordinates and condition reports from relevant authorities.
Resources & Links
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As research continues, the Julian V. O’Brien remains a significant site for understanding the maritime history of the Great Lakes and the industrial legacy of wooden vessels.
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