Shotline Diving Wreck Profile
- Name: Rochester
- Type: Wooden schooner
- Year Built: 1837
- Builder: Possibly in Rochester, NY or Buffalo
- Dimensions: Length X ft (Y m); Beam; Depth of hold
- Registered Tonnage:
- Location: Lake Erie region
Wreck Location Map
Vessel Type
The Rochester was a wooden schooner, a common vessel type used for trade and transportation on the Great Lakes during the 19th century.
Description
Built in 1837, the Rochester was part of the early schooner-era commerce on Lake Erie. The exact dimensions and specifications of the vessel remain undocumented.
History
The Rochester was enrolled in Buffalo, New York, and operated primarily in the Lake Erie region. It was officially noted as ‘wrecked’ on February 2, 1853, indicating a hull loss. However, the specific circumstances surrounding its wreck remain unrecorded.
Significant Incidents
- Listed as ‘wrecked’ without associated logs on the date of enrollment surrender, suggesting the loss occurred prior to early 1853.
- No passenger or crew casualty data is available; it is likely that the crew was led to safety or rescued, but local records may provide further clarification.
Final Disposition
The Rochester was officially declared wrecked, and its enrollment was surrendered in February 1853. The absence of detailed records leaves the exact circumstances of its loss uncertain.
Current Condition & Accessibility
As of now, the wreck site of the Rochester has not been definitively located. Further investigation and research are recommended to identify potential wreck zones.
Resources & Links
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The Rochester serves as a reminder of the many undocumented vessel wrecks in the Great Lakes. Understanding its loss could enhance the maritime history of the region.
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