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Record 1615

Explore the submerged wreck in Lake Erie, a navigation hazard near Detroit River. Caution is advised due to its uncertain location and depth.

Shotline Diving Wreck Profile

  • Name: Unknown
  • Type: Submerged wreck
  • Year Built:
  • Builder:
  • Dimensions: Unknown
  • Registered Tonnage:
  • Location: Approximate position: Latitude 42.19175° N, Longitude -83.141611° W
  • Coordinates: Latitude 42.19175° N, Longitude -83.141611° W

Wreck Location Map

Vessel Type

Vessel Type: Submerged wreck, classified as dangerous to navigation.

Description

Description of Wreck: The wreck is submerged and uncharted, posing a significant hazard to surface navigation. Its exact dimensions and depth are unknown, but it is classified as dangerous due to its submerged nature.

History

Discovery and Charting: The wreck was recorded by the Canada Coast Guard and applied to charts on July 13, 1978, marking its approximate position. Historical documentation is limited, and further context regarding the wreck is lacking.

Significant Incidents

  • Identified as a submerged, dangerous wreck in 1978.

Final Disposition

Current Condition: The wreck remains submerged and classified as a significant hazard to navigation. Mariners are advised to exercise caution in the vicinity due to the low quality of the GPS coordinates.

Current Condition & Accessibility

Visibility: The wreck’s exact location and condition remain uncertain due to incomplete documentation. Mariners should consult updated navigation charts and Notices to Mariners for the most current information.

Resources & Links

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Conclusion: The submerged wreck designated as Record 10689 poses a hazard to navigation due to its proximity to the water’s surface. Its precise location and depth remain uncertain, emphasizing the need for caution in the area.

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.

SHIPWRECK REPORT: RECORD 10689

IDENTIFICATION & SITE INFORMATION

  • Vessel Name: Unknown
  • Vessel Terms: Not identified (listed as “UNKNOWN”)
  • Feature Type: Submerged wreck, dangerous to surface navigation
  • Location:
    • Latitude: 42.19175° N
    • Longitude: -83.141611° W
  • Approximate Charted Position (NAD 27):
    • Latitude: 42° 11′ 30.3″ N
    • Longitude: 83° 08′ 29.8″ W
    • GP Quality: Low (position accuracy is uncertain)
    • Depth: Not provided
    • Sounding Type: Not specified

DESCRIPTION OF WRECK

  • Type: Submerged and uncharted vessel.
  • Condition: Classified as dangerous to navigation due to its submerged nature.
  • Dimensions: Unknown.
  • Depth: Not recorded, but its classification suggests it poses a surface hazard.

HISTORY

Discovery and Charting:

  • Recorded by Canada Coast Guard (CG) and applied to charts on July 13, 1978.
  • Initial charting marked the wreck in an approximate position (LAT 42° 11′ 30.3″ N, LONG 83° 08′ 29.8″ W).

Historical Notes:

  • The history mentions “HISTORY N-S TO 1615”, which could reference an archival or administrative notation.
  • Supporting documentation for the wreck is unavailable, and further historical context is lacking.

Charting Status:

  • Identified as a submerged, dangerous wreck in 1978.

CURRENT CONDITION

Hazards to Navigation:

  • Classified as a significant hazard to surface navigation due to its submerged position.
  • Mariners should exercise caution in the vicinity, especially given the low GP quality of the coordinates.

Visibility: The wreck’s exact location and condition remain uncertain due to incomplete documentation.

NAVIGATION CONSIDERATIONS

Recommendations:

  • Mariners should consult updated navigation charts and Notices to Mariners for the most current information on this wreck.
  • Avoid the area if possible due to the uncertainty surrounding the wreck’s exact location and depth.

NEAREST CITY

Detroit, Michigan, USA:

The wreck lies in the western portion of Lake Erie, near the Detroit River’s mouth, close to the Canada-United States border.

SIGNIFICANCE

This wreck represents a potential navigation hazard in a high-traffic area near the Detroit River. Its history remains largely undocumented, but the record highlights the importance of maintaining vigilance in areas with known or suspected underwater obstructions.

REFERENCES

  • Hydrographic Surveys and Historical Notations
  • Canadian Coast Guard (CG)
  • Marine Safety Manual (MSM)

CONCLUSION

The submerged wreck designated as Record 10689 poses a hazard to navigation due to its proximity to the water’s surface. Located in Lake Erie, near the Detroit River, its precise location and depth remain uncertain, emphasizing the need for caution in the area.

KEYWORDS

#Shipwreck #LakeErie #SubmergedWreck #NavigationHazard #CanadaCoastGuard #Detroit

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