Shotline Diving Wreck Profile
- Name: UNKNOWN
- Type: Wreck – Submerged, dangerous to surface navigation
- Year Built:
- Builder:
- Dimensions: Length X ft (Y m); Beam; Depth of hold
- Registered Tonnage:
- Depth at Wreck Site: 7.9 m / 26 ft
- Location: Lake Erie, near the specified coordinates
- Coordinates: 41° 29' 53.824" N, 81° 45' 34.535" W
Wreck Location Map
Vessel Type
The wreck is submerged and identified as dangerous to surface navigation. The vessel remains unidentified, and without specific information regarding its type, it could be a barge, a small freighter, or another type of vessel commonly found on the Great Lakes. The wreck’s orientation and other physical characteristics are not detailed in the record.
Description
This particular wreck was first recorded in August 2008 in the Chief of Engineers Hydrographic (CEH) database. The information was likely gathered using advanced sonar technologies, such as Side Scan Sonar (SSS) or Vertical Beam Echo Sounder (VBES). The wreck’s exact history remains unknown, as no specific details about the sinking, its cargo, or its journey before sinking have been documented in the record.
History
The wreck is currently lying at a depth of 26 feet in Lake Erie. It is considered a significant hazard to surface navigation, warranting its classification and documentation by hydrographic authorities. The coordinates provided are precise, thanks to the high GPS quality, making it an accurately marked site on nautical charts.
Significant Incidents
- The wreck has been marked as dangerous to surface navigation, and mariners are advised to be cautious when navigating near the specified coordinates. The relatively shallow depth of 26 feet makes it particularly hazardous for vessels with deeper drafts.
Final Disposition
The wreck was detected and documented by the Chief of Engineers Hydrographic (CEH) in August 2008. The use of precise GPS technology ensured an accurate recording of its location.
Current Condition & Accessibility
Given the shallow depth of 26 feet, the wreck is accessible for diving, though caution is advised due to its classification as a navigation hazard. The current condition of the wreck is not detailed, but its identification as a submerged hazard suggests that it may be partially intact and poses a significant obstruction.
Resources & Links
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The UNKNOWN wreck recorded under number 14292 presents another intriguing but mysterious case in Lake Erie’s shipwreck history. Lying at a depth of 26 feet, the wreck is dangerous to surface navigation and has been precisely marked to warn mariners. While little is known about the wreck’s origins or the events leading to its sinking, the accurate documentation of its location ensures that it remains a notable point of interest, both for navigation safety and potential further research.
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