Shotline Diving Wreck Profile
- Name: SOUTH WEST
- Type: Wooden schooner
- Year Built: 1866
- Builder: Not specified
- Dimensions: Length: 137 ft (41.8 m); Beam; Depth of hold
- Registered Tonnage: Not available
- Depth at Wreck Site: 30.5 m / 100 ft
- Location: 1.5 miles southeast of the largest of the Huron Islands
- Official Number: Not available
- Original Owners: Not specified
- Number of Masts: Not specified
Wreck Location Map
Vessel Type
Wooden schooner
Description
The SOUTH WEST was a 137-foot (41.8-meter) wooden schooner constructed in 1866. Specific details regarding her beam, depth, tonnage, and design features are not readily available in existing records. She served on the Great Lakes for over three decades, a testament to the durability and utility of wooden schooners during that era.
History
Information about the operational history of the SOUTH WEST, including her routes, cargoes, and ownership, is scarce. She was part of the extensive fleet of wooden schooners that played a crucial role in the commercial activities on the Great Lakes during the late 19th century. These vessels were instrumental in transporting goods such as lumber, coal, and other bulk materials across the lakes, contributing significantly to the economic development of the region.
Significant Incidents
On September 18, 1898, the SOUTH WEST ran aground one and a half miles southeast of the largest of the Huron Islands in Lake Superior during heavy fog. The vessel was declared a total loss following the incident. The crew abandoned ship and reached safety in their yawl.
Final Disposition
The wreck of the SOUTH WEST lies in approximately 100 feet (30.5 meters) of water near the Huron Islands in Lake Superior. The exact date of discovery is not specified in the available records.
Current Condition & Accessibility
No navigational warnings or advisories have been issued concerning the SOUTH WEST.
Resources & Links
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The loss of the SOUTH WEST adds to the numerous maritime incidents that have occurred on the Great Lakes. While specific details about the vessel are limited, her story contributes to the rich tapestry of Great Lakes maritime history. Further research in regional archives and historical societies may uncover more information about this vessel.
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.
Identification & Site Information
- Name: SOUTH WEST
- Former Names: None recorded
- Registration Number(s): Not available
- Date Built and Launched: 1866
- Builder: Not specified
- Measurements including Rebuilds: Length: 137 ft (41.8 m)
- Date Lost, Destroyed, Abandoned: September 18, 1898
Vessel Type
Wooden schooner
Description
The SOUTH WEST was a 137-foot (41.8-meter) wooden schooner constructed in 1866. Specific details regarding her beam, depth, tonnage, and design features are not readily available in existing records. She served on the Great Lakes for over three decades, a testament to the durability and utility of wooden schooners during that era.
History
Information about the operational history of the SOUTH WEST, including her routes, cargoes, and ownership, is scarce. She was part of the extensive fleet of wooden schooners that played a crucial role in the commercial activities on the Great Lakes during the late 19th century. These vessels were instrumental in transporting goods such as lumber, coal, and other bulk materials across the lakes, contributing significantly to the economic development of the region.
Final Disposition
On September 18, 1898, the SOUTH WEST ran aground one and a half miles southeast of the largest of the Huron Islands in Lake Superior during heavy fog. The vessel was declared a total loss following the incident. The crew abandoned ship and reached safety in their yawl.
Located By & Date Found
The wreck of the SOUTH WEST lies in approximately 100 feet (30.5 meters) of water near the Huron Islands in Lake Superior. The exact date of discovery is not specified in the available records.
NOTMARs & Advisories
No navigational warnings or advisories have been issued concerning the SOUTH WEST.
Resources & Links
- Marquette Underwater Preserve: https://www.michiganpreserves.org/marquette-underwater-preserve/
Conclusion
The loss of the SOUTH WEST adds to the numerous maritime incidents that have occurred on the Great Lakes. While specific details about the vessel are limited, her story contributes to the rich tapestry of Great Lakes maritime history. Further research in regional archives and historical societies may uncover more information about this vessel.
Suggested Keywords & Categories
Keywords: SOUTH WEST, Great Lakes shipwreck, schooner, maritime history, 1898 shipwreck
Categories: Great Lakes Shipwrecks, Maritime Incidents, Wooden Schooners