Shotline Diving Wreck Profile

• Name: Unknown (Unidentified wreck)
• Type: Submerged vessel
• Year Built:
• Builder: Unknown
• Dimensions: Not determined
• Registered Tonnage:
• Depth at Wreck Site: 1.8 m / 6 ft
• Location: Lake Superior, shoreline near Lat 46°45'32.2" N, Long 88°27'31" W
• Coordinates: 46.75887, -88.458742
• Original Owners: Unknown
• Number of Masts: Unknown

Wreck Location Map

Vessel Type

This wreck remains unidentified. Likely a small craft or local vessel, it lies among shoreline ruins at shallow depth, partially obscured by shifting debris. Its proximity to shore and the absence of recorded specifications suggest it may have been a victim of grounding, storm loss, or intentional scuttling. No definitive structural details have been documented to establish origin or type.

Description

The wreck remains charted as a hazardous obstruction. Its shallow depth and position within shoreline ruins pose risks for small craft navigation. No salvage operations or confirmed identification have been reported.

History

• 1936: Charted as a visible wreck during Lake Superior revisory survey.
• 1975: Status changed to “dangerous sunken wreck.”
• 1981 (CES14971): Verified by NOAA hydrographic survey using R/AZ control; confirmed least depth of 6 ft (1.8 m) by pole sounding.

Significant Incidents

Though unidentified, Record #2376 reflects the importance of hydrographic surveys in documenting Lake Superior’s maritime hazards. The site may represent a locally significant loss — potentially a small trade or fishing vessel — and remains a candidate for future exploration and identification.

Final Disposition

The wreck remains charted as a hazardous obstruction. Its shallow depth and position within shoreline ruins pose risks for small craft navigation. No salvage operations or confirmed identification have been reported.

Current Condition & Accessibility

The unidentified wreck of Record #2376 remains a shallow-water hazard and an enduring mystery of Lake Superior. While its origins and purpose remain unknown, the site underscores both the hazards of navigation and the untold maritime history preserved beneath Superior’s waters. Continued documentation and preservation ensure its dual role as a navigational warning and a cultural resource.

Resources & Links

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Future exploration may include advanced imaging techniques, archival research, and controlled professional diving surveys to document surviving hull or fittings. It is crucial to approach this site with respect and adhere to legal and ethical guidelines, emphasizing the importance of leaving only bubbles and taking only memories.