Shotline Diving Wreck Profile
- Name: Pittsburg
- Type: Wooden Bulk Freighter
- Year Built: circa 1871
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Wreck Location Map
Vessel Type
Wooden Bulk Freighter
Description
The Pittsburg was a wooden bulk freighter built circa 1871. It was designed for transporting bulk cargoes across the Great Lakes.
History
The vessel had a service history typical of wooden freighters of its time, operating primarily in the Great Lakes region.
Significant Incidents
- Incident: Burdened with no cargo (“light”), the vessel caught fire at her lay-up dock—likely in a port such as Chicago or Detroit.
- Consequence: The fire consumed her fully, and she was burned to a total loss while still moored.
- Outcome: Sunk at her berth, no crew were aboard, so no casualties were reported.
Final Disposition
The Pittsburg was declared a total loss after the fire, which occurred while the vessel was moored. The exact port of the incident remains uncertain.
Current Condition & Accessibility
The wreck of the Pittsburg is not accessible for diving due to its location and the nature of its loss.
Resources & Links
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Further research is needed to confirm the exact port and circumstances of the loss, as well as to locate any archival records related to the incident.
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