Shotline Diving Wreck Profile
- Name: Myra
- Type: wooden schooner
- Year Built: 1875
- Builder:
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- Registered Tonnage:
- Location: Lake Huron
Wreck Location Map
Vessel Type
The Myra was a wooden schooner, a type of sailing vessel characterized by its multiple sails and rigging, commonly used for cargo transport on the Great Lakes.
Description
The Myra was built in 1875 and operated primarily out of Michigan ports on Lake Huron. It was engaged in general freight transport.
History
The Myra had a service history typical of many Great Lakes vessels of its time, navigating the often treacherous waters of Lake Huron.
Significant Incidents
- Loss Date: 15 November 1885
- Cause of Loss: Driven ashore during a storm, resulting in complete breakup.
- Casualties: None reported.
Final Disposition
The vessel was declared a total loss and was not salvaged. No known recovery efforts were made following its stranding.
Current Condition & Accessibility
The wreck of the Myra is not known to have been rediscovered, and its current condition remains undocumented.
Resources & Links
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Further research into regional archives and historical records may provide additional insights into the Myra‘s specifications, ownership, and operational history.
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