Shotline Diving Wreck Profile
- Name: Unidentified Kring Point Pleasure Craft
- Type: Pleasure boat
- Year Built:
- Builder:
- Dimensions: Approx. 14 ft (4.2 m) in length
- Registered Tonnage:
- Depth at Wreck Site: 12.8 m / 42 ft
- Location: St. Lawrence River, near Kring Point State Park, Redwood, NY
- Coordinates: N44°23.075′ W75°51.566′
Wreck Location Map
Vessel Type
A small modern pleasure craft, likely a recreational motorboat, constructed of lightweight materials such as aluminum or fiberglass, typical for personal use on inland waters.
Description
The wreck is overturned with its broken motor partially embedded and elevating the stern, resulting in a tilted and accessible orientation. The hull appears relatively intact, though details about registration, manufacturer, or construction date are unconfirmed due to the unidentified nature of the craft.
History
As an unidentified modern pleasure craft, no operational history or ownership details are known. The vessel likely foundered in place, possibly during heavy weather or due to mechanical failure. The presence of an anchor line heading toward Kring Point suggests it may have been moored or adrift before sinking.
Significant Incidents
- The vessel remains submerged near a large shoal and is presumed undisturbed since its sinking. No recovery or salvage has been reported. The motor is dislodged but remains with the wreck.
Final Disposition
The vessel remains submerged near a large shoal and is presumed undisturbed since its sinking. No recovery or salvage has been reported. The motor is dislodged but remains with the wreck.
Current Condition & Accessibility
Discovered by Dan Gildea and Jay Paraino using side-scan sonar during a recreational survey of the St. Lawrence River area in July 2024.
Resources & Links
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This modern pleasure craft, discovered upside down near Kring Point State Park, offers a shallow, easily accessible dive site with intriguing features including an exposed motor, associated artifacts, and a large submerged pipe. Though the vessel remains unidentified, its condition and location make it suitable for recreational exploration and entry-level archaeological documentation.
Legacy Notes & Full Historical Record
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Shotline Diving Wreck Profile
- Name(s): Unidentified Kring Point Pleasure Craft
- Type: Pleasure boat
- Dimensions: Approx. 14 ft (4.2 m) in length
- Depth of Wreck: 42 ft (12.8 m)
- Final Location: St. Lawrence River, near Kring Point State Park, Redwood, NY
- Coordinates: N44°23.075′ W75°51.566′
- Discovered By: Dan Gildea and Jay Paraino
- Date of Discovery: July 2024
Vessel Type
A small modern pleasure craft, likely a recreational motorboat, constructed of lightweight materials such as aluminum or fiberglass, typical for personal use on inland waters.
Description
The wreck is overturned with its broken motor partially embedded and elevating the stern, resulting in a tilted and accessible orientation. The hull appears relatively intact, though details about registration, manufacturer, or construction date are unconfirmed due to the unidentified nature of the craft.
History
As an unidentified modern pleasure craft, no operational history or ownership details are known. The vessel likely foundered in place, possibly during heavy weather or due to mechanical failure. The presence of an anchor line heading toward Kring Point suggests it may have been moored or adrift before sinking.
Final Disposition
The vessel remains submerged near a large shoal and is presumed undisturbed since its sinking. No recovery or salvage has been reported. The motor is dislodged but remains with the wreck.
Located By & Date Found
Discovered by Dan Gildea and Jay Paraino using side-scan sonar during a recreational survey of the St. Lawrence River area in July 2024.
Notmars & Advisories
None noted. The site lies inside the shoal area and does not appear on navigational hazard bulletins or NOTMAR notices.
Resources & Links
- Shotline Diving 3D Model (Sketchfab)
- Shotline Diving YouTube Footage (2024)
- Dive site scan and image data by Dan Gildea and Jay Paraino
- Sonar scans and visuals: Shotline Diving Group (2024CC)
Shore Dive Information
- Shore Access Location: Kring Point State Park, Redwood, NY
- Entry Type: Gentle riverbank or dockside (within park limits)
- Depth Range: 3 m to 12 m (10 ft to 42 ft)
- Current & Conditions: Minimal; light local flow within the shoal
- Points of Interest: Wreck hull, detached motor, red-eyed rock bass habitat, adjacent 30 ft steel pipe with oval cap
- Skill Level: Beginner to Intermediate
- Safety & Emergency Info:
- Nearest 911 Address: Kring Point State Park, Redwood, NY
- U.S. Coast Guard Sector Buffalo: +1 716-843-9527
- Nearest Hyperbaric Facility: University Hospital, Syracuse, NY
- Local Regulations: Standard recreational diving rules apply; no permit required for recreational observation
- Best Time to Dive: Late spring to early fall (May–September)
- Driving Directions: Google Maps – Kring Point State Park | Apple Maps
Conclusion
This modern pleasure craft, discovered upside down near Kring Point State Park, offers a shallow, easily accessible dive site with intriguing features including an exposed motor, associated artifacts, and a large submerged pipe. Though the vessel remains unidentified, its condition and location make it suitable for recreational exploration and entry-level archaeological documentation.
Keywords, Categories, Glossary Terms
St. Lawrence River, pleasure boat, recreational vessel, Kring Point, shallow wreck, sonar discovery, 2024 wreck, Shotline Diving, dive site, upside-down wreck, small craft, sonar targets, accessible wreck, freshwater habitat, zebra mussels, red-eyed rock bass