Shotline Diving Wreck Profile
- Name: Sampson
- Type: Wooden propeller-driven tug
- Year Built: 1901
- Builder:
- Dimensions:
- Registered Tonnage:
- Location: North of Pigeon River, Saginaw Bay, Lake Huron, Michigan
- Official Number: 22381
Wreck Location Map
Vessel Type
The Sampson was a wooden propeller-driven tug, built in 1901. It served in various capacities typical of tugs of its era.
Description
The Sampson was stranded north of Pigeon River in Saginaw Bay, Lake Huron. The exact circumstances of the stranding are not well documented, but it is noted that no fatalities occurred during the incident.
History
The Sampson was declared a total loss following its stranding. Documentation related to the vessel was surrendered in Port Huron on November 17, 1914.
Significant Incidents
- The Sampson was stranded in Saginaw Bay on January 19, 1914, though registry records indicate a conflicting date of June 19, 1914.
- No fatalities were reported in connection with the incident.
- Details regarding weather conditions, cargo, or rescue operations are not available.
Final Disposition
The Sampson was declared a total loss. Documentation was surrendered in Port Huron on November 17, 1914.
Current Condition & Accessibility
The precise grounding location is noted as ‘North of Pigeon River’ within Saginaw Bay. Given the wooden construction and lack of salvage records, the wreck likely remains partially submerged in shallow waters or interred in sediments. No modern surveys or dive reports are known.
Resources & Links
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The Sampson serves as a reminder of the maritime risks in Saginaw Bay during the early 20th century, highlighting the challenges faced by small working craft in this perilous region.
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