Shotline Diving Wreck Profile
- Name: Rheata
- Type: Schooner
- Year Built: 1882
- Builder: Not specified
- Dimensions: Not specified
- Registered Tonnage: Not specified
- Location: Lake Huron
- Official Number: Not available
- Original Owners: Not specified
- Number of Masts: Two or more
Wreck Location Map
Vessel Type
The Rheata was a wooden-hulled schooner, a common type of sailing vessel used on the Great Lakes during the 19th and early 20th centuries. Schooners were typically employed for transporting bulk goods and were favored for their speed and maneuverability.
Description
Specific details regarding the vessel’s dimensions and construction are not provided in the available sources. However, as a schooner built in 1882, the Rheata would have featured a wooden hull and been rigged with two or more masts, designed for efficient cargo transport across the Great Lakes.
History
The Rheata served as a cargo vessel on Lake Huron, operating primarily in the transportation of goods between ports. On October 15, 1907, the vessel caught fire and was burned to a total loss. Details surrounding the circumstances of this incident are limited, but there were no casualties reported in this incident.
Significant Incidents
- October 15, 1907: The Rheata caught fire and was deemed a total loss. No casualties were reported.
Final Disposition
Following the fire in 1907, the Rheata was deemed a total loss. There is no information available regarding salvage operations or the recovery of cargo.
Current Condition & Accessibility
There is no specific information available regarding the discovery or exploration of the Rheata’s wreck site.
Resources & Links
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The Rheata’s operational history reflects the challenges faced by maritime vessels on the Great Lakes during the early 20th century. The incident in 1907 underscores the perils of navigation and the impact of onboard fires on wooden sailing vessels. While specific details about the schooner’s construction and final voyage are scarce, the available records contribute to the broader understanding of maritime history in the region.
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