Shotline Diving Wreck Profile
- Name: PORTER
- Type: Wooden schooner
- Year Built: 1870
- Builder: Not specified
- Dimensions: Not specified
- Registered Tonnage: Not available
- Location: Lake Huron
- Official Number: Not available
- Original Owners: Not specified
- Number of Masts: Not specified
Wreck Location Map
Vessel Type
Wooden schooner
Description
The PORTER was a wooden schooner constructed in 1870. Specific details regarding her dimensions, tonnage, and design features are not readily available in existing records. She served on the Great Lakes for approximately five years, a testament to the durability and utility of wooden schooners during that era.
History
Information about the operational history of the PORTER, including her routes, cargoes, and ownership, is scarce. She was part of the extensive fleet of wooden schooners that played a crucial role in the commercial activities on the Great Lakes during the late 19th century. These vessels were instrumental in transporting goods such as lumber, coal, and other bulk materials across the lakes, contributing significantly to the economic development of the region.
Significant Incidents
On November 25, 1875, the PORTER was wrecked during a storm on Lake Huron. The specific circumstances of the wreck, including the exact location and any casualties, are not documented in the available records.
Final Disposition
There is no available information indicating that the wreck of the PORTER has been located or surveyed.
Current Condition & Accessibility
No navigational warnings or advisories have been issued concerning the PORTER.
Resources & Links
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The loss of the PORTER adds to the numerous maritime incidents that have occurred on the Great Lakes. While specific details about the vessel are limited, her story contributes to the rich tapestry of Great Lakes maritime history. Further research in regional archives and historical societies may uncover more information about this vessel.
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.
Identification & Site Information
- Name: PORTER
- Former Names: None recorded
- Registration Number(s): Not available
- Date Built and Launched: 1870
- Builder: Not specified
- Measurements including Rebuilds: Not specified
- Date Lost, Destroyed, Abandoned: November 25, 1875(Wikipedia, northcarolinashipwrecks.blogspot.com, thunderbay.noaa.gov, Reddit, Wikipedia)
Vessel Type
Wooden schooner
Description
The PORTER was a wooden schooner constructed in 1870. Specific details regarding her dimensions, tonnage, and design features are not readily available in existing records. She served on the Great Lakes for approximately five years, a testament to the durability and utility of wooden schooners during that era.
History
Information about the operational history of the PORTER, including her routes, cargoes, and ownership, is scarce. She was part of the extensive fleet of wooden schooners that played a crucial role in the commercial activities on the Great Lakes during the late 19th century. These vessels were instrumental in transporting goods such as lumber, coal, and other bulk materials across the lakes, contributing significantly to the economic development of the region.
Final Disposition
On November 25, 1875, the PORTER was wrecked during a storm on Lake Huron. The specific circumstances of the wreck, including the exact location and any casualties, are not documented in the available records.
Located By & Date Found
There is no available information indicating that the wreck of the PORTER has been located or surveyed.
NOTMARs & Advisories
No navigational warnings or advisories have been issued concerning the PORTER.
Resources & Links
- Great Lakes Shipwreck Files: https://greatlakesrex.wordpress.com/p/
Conclusion
The loss of the PORTER adds to the numerous maritime incidents that have occurred on the Great Lakes. While specific details about the vessel are limited, her story contributes to the rich tapestry of Great Lakes maritime history. Further research in regional archives and historical societies may uncover more information about this vessel.
Suggested Keywords & Categories
Keywords: PORTER, Great Lakes shipwreck, schooner, maritime history, 1875 shipwreck
Categories: Great Lakes Shipwrecks, Maritime Incidents, Wooden Schooners