Shotline Diving Wreck Profile
- Name: Marine Museum Barge
- Type: Barge
- Year Built:
- Builder:
- Dimensions: Length X ft (Y m); Beam; Depth of hold
- Registered Tonnage:
- Depth at Wreck Site: 12 m / 40 ft
- Location: Latitude 44°13.429’N, Longitude 76°28.905’W, Kingston, Ontario
- Coordinates: Latitude 44°13.429’N, Longitude 76°28.905’W
Wreck Location Map
Vessel Type
Vessel Type: Barge
Description
The Marine Museum Dive Site in Kingston, Ontario, is a popular freshwater diving spot located near the Marine Museum of the Great Lakes. This site is particularly valued for practice dives and equipment testing due to its accessibility and varied underwater features.
History
The dive site is situated near the Marine Museum of the Great Lakes, which showcases the maritime history of the Great Lakes. The barge itself is a scow-built vessel, and while specific historical details about its construction and ownership are not provided, it serves as a significant point of interest for divers.
Significant Incidents
- Divers should be cautious near the sewer overflow area by the Marine Railroad.
Final Disposition
The barge remains submerged at the dive site, attracting divers interested in exploring its structure and the surrounding underwater environment.
Current Condition & Accessibility
The dive site features a silty bottom that can easily reduce visibility. Divers are advised to manage sediment carefully and ascend slightly if visibility is compromised. The site is accessible for divers, with a maximum depth of 11-12 meters (36-40 feet) and visibility typically ranging from 5-6 meters (16-20 feet).
Resources & Links
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As you explore the Marine Museum Dive Site, remember to respect the underwater environment. Leave only bubbles and take only memories, ensuring that the site remains pristine for future divers.
Legacy Notes & Full Historical Record
This section preserves the original unedited Shotline content for this wreck so that no historical detail is lost as we transition to the new logbook format.
Site Identification
- Site Name: Marine Museum Dive Site
- Location: Latitude 44°13.429’N, Longitude 76°28.905’W, Kingston, Ontario
- Depth: Maximum 11–12 meters (36–40 feet)
Site Description
The Marine Museum Dive Site in Kingston, Ontario, is a popular freshwater diving spot located near the Marine Museum of the Great Lakes. This site is particularly valued for practice dives and equipment testing due to its accessibility and varied underwater features.
Dive Route
- Entry Point:
- Begin at West Street, heading east along the wall toward the Marine Railroad.
- Caution Area:
- Divers should be cautious near the sewer overflow area by the Marine Railroad.
- Marine Railroad:
- Located on the eastern side of a caved-in wharf, a line extends southeast to the pier’s corner.
- From here, the route splits:
- Eastward Route: Leads to the Anchors.
- Southeast Route: Guides divers to the Barge, the site’s main attraction.
bottom Conditions
- Sediment: Silty bottom, easily disturbed, reducing visibility to zero.
- Visibility Recovery: In case of disturbed sediment, ascend a few feet and allow the current to clear the silt.
Points of Interest
- Scattered Debris:
- Items like tires, bottles, broken toilets, and shipbuilding parts are scattered along the dive route, offering insight into the area’s industrial history.
- The Barge:
- Description: A scow-built barge.
- Highlights: The bow often holds bottles and artifacts left by previous divers.
- Marine Life:
- While aquatic life is sparse, mud puppies and fish are more commonly observed during night dives.
Dive Conditions
- Depth: Maximum of 11–12 meters (36–40 feet).
- Visibility: Typically ranges from 5–6 meters (16–20 feet).
- Aquatic Life: Limited but more active during night dives.
Diving Tips
- Silt Management: Avoid stirring up sediment by practicing careful fin movements. Ascend slightly in case of a silt-out.
- Traffic Awareness: Be cautious of boat traffic, especially in summer months, and use a dive flag for visibility.
Additional Activities
Marine Museum of the Great Lakes:
Located at 55 Ontario Street, Kingston, this National Historic Site features exhibits and artifacts detailing the Great Lakes’ maritime history. A perfect complement to the diving experience.
Resources & Links
- Marine Museum of the Great Lakes: Marine Museum Website
- Great Lakes Maritime History: Maritime History of the Great Lakes
Keywords
Marine Museum, Kingston, Freshwater Diving, Barge, Anchors, Lake Ontario, Silty Bothttps://shotlinediving.comwp-content/uploads/52895851813_b64678c0f7_c.jpg, Night Diving, Great Lakes Maritime History.
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