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Search thousands of wreck records by vessel name, region, official number, type, river, lake, or project. Browsing 5,000 records is the backup plan; search is the front door.

  • Sadie Thompson (1890?)

    Explore the wreck of the Sadie Thompson, a wooden derrick barge resting in Lake Superior, offering divers a glimpse into maritime history and harbor construction.

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  • Keuka Lake Steam Launch and Boat

    Discover the remarkably preserved antique motor launch resting on the bottom of Keuka Lake, offering insights into the region’s maritime history.

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  • Telegraph (1836)

    Explore the mysterious history of the sidewheel steamer Telegraph, lost in the 1850s, with tales of piracy and storms in Lake Michigan.

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  • Onnalinda (1883)

    Explore the historic Onnalinda, a sidewheel steamboat that shaped tourism on Skaneateles Lake. Discover its legacy and potential wreck site.

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  • Seneca Chief

    Explore the mysterious wreck of the Seneca Chief, a steamboat that once transported passengers across Skaneateles Lake in New York.

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  • Phelps Wreck

    Explore the newly discovered Phelps Wreck in Seneca Lake, New York. Ideal for divers and snorkelers, this site offers a glimpse into the region’s maritime history.

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  • Fiberglass Sailboat Wreck (Lourdes Camp, Skaneateles Lake)

    Explore the fiberglass sailboat wreck at Lourdes Camp, a popular dive site in Skaneateles Lake, showcasing unique underwater features and invasive species.

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  • Douglas Houghton (1899)

    Explore the wreck of the Douglas Houghton, a wooden steamship that played a vital role in the Great Lakes timber trade during the late 19th century.

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  • S.S. Howard L. Shaw (1900)

    Explore the history of the S.S. Howard L. Shaw, a steel-hulled freighter that played a significant role in Great Lakes shipping.

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  • Hellcat F6F

    Explore the remarkably intact wreck of a WWII-era Grumman F6F Hellcat, a significant piece of aviation history resting in Lake Michigan.

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