Shotline Diving Wreck Profile
- Name: Ray S. Farr
- Type: Wooden schooner
- Year Built: 1864
- Builder: Jones, Buffalo
- Dimensions: 99 × 24 × 9 ft; approx. 129 GRT / 123 NRT
- Registered Tonnage: 129 GRT / 123 NRT
- Location: Offshore from Michigan City or Chicago region
- Coordinates: Exact coordinates unspecified
- Official Number: 6135
- Original Owners: Muskegon, Michigan
- Number of Masts: Not specified
Wreck Location Map
Vessel Type
The Ray S. Farr was a wooden schooner, originally named D. Newhall, built in 1864. It was later renamed in 1882.
Description
The vessel measured 99 feet in length, 24 feet in beam, and had a depth of 9 feet. It was registered at approximately 129 gross tons and 123 net tons.
History
The Ray S. Farr was constructed in Buffalo, New York, and primarily operated out of Muskegon, Michigan. The vessel had a history of repairs, including significant work in 1861, 1882, and 1883.
Significant Incidents
- Stranded in 1867 and underwent major repairs.
- Lost in a storm on December 1, 1886, while carrying slabs from Muskegon to Chicago.
- Ice accumulation led to instability and eventual foundering.
- The crew abandoned ship and survived severe frostbite.
Final Disposition
The Ray S. Farr sank during the storm and is presumed a total loss. The exact coordinates of the wreck are unspecified.
Current Condition & Accessibility
The wreck site remains undiscovered, with no confirmed coordinates available. The conditions of the wreck are unknown.
Resources & Links
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The loss of the Ray S. Farr serves as a reminder of the dangers faced by mariners on the Great Lakes, particularly during harsh winter conditions.
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