Shotline Diving Wreck Profile
- Name: Unknown Vessel
- Type: Submerged Hazard
- Year Built:
- Builder:
- Dimensions: Unknown
- Registered Tonnage:
- Depth at Wreck Site: 9.144 m / 30 ft
- Location: 42° 48.667′ N, -82° 28.667′ W
- Coordinates: 42° 48.667′ N, -82° 28.667′ W
Wreck Location Map
Vessel Type
The wreck is categorized as a submerged hazard without identifying details of its type or purpose. Based on the location and characteristics of wrecks in the area, it could potentially be a schooner, tug, or barge, reflecting the historical vessels commonly lost in this part of Lake St. Clair or Lake Huron.
Description
The wreck is currently charted at 42° 48.4′ N, 82° 28.9′ W, approximately 30 feet deep. Its status as a hazard indicates that mariners must exercise caution when navigating in the area. No documented salvage efforts or further identification has been noted.
History
The wreck with record number 14210 was initially identified during a survey operation (CL 1062/2006) conducted by the National Ocean Service (NOS) and Navigation Response Team 4 (NRT-4). It was discovered using side scan sonar, and subsequent analysis refined its location and depth using a single beam echosounder.
The original survey recorded a least depth of 9.95 meters (~32.6 feet) in an area where surrounding depths reached 13 meters (~42.7 feet). The exact position of this finding was documented at 42° 48′ 24.116″ N, 82° 28′ 54.131″ W.
In a 2008 resurvey (H11915, OPR-W408-NRT4-08), the least depth of the wreck was reevaluated and adjusted to 9.3 meters (~30.5 feet). This data prompted updates in maritime charts, replacing the charted 32-foot dangerous wreck with the current 30-foot dangerous sunken wreck. This adjustment was formally incorporated into navigational databases in 2010.
Significant Incidents
- Discovery Year: 2006 (CL 1062/2006, NOS, NRT-4)
- Reevaluated: 2008 (H11915, OPR-W408-NRT4-08)
- Chart Updated: 2010
Final Disposition
The wreck is intact enough to be classified as a navigation hazard but shows signs of degradation consistent with prolonged submersion. Given its depth of 30 feet, it may be accessible for exploration but poses risks for surface navigation.
Current Condition & Accessibility
The wreck lies in a high-traffic maritime zone where the shallow depth (30 feet) poses a potential hazard to surface navigation. This area is vital for commercial and recreational navigation, necessitating its charting on updated nautical maps to ensure mariners are aware of the submerged danger.
For precise navigation and exploration, consult updated NOAA nautical charts or regional maritime authorities for further location-based guidance.
Resources & Links
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The wreck represented by Record Number 14210 serves as a stark reminder of the hidden dangers lying beneath the waters of the Great Lakes. While much about its identity remains unknown, its precise charting as a submerged hazard ensures the safety of mariners and preserves its mystery for future exploration.
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