Shotline Diving Wreck Profile
- Name: TASHMOO
- Type: Sidewheel Passenger Steamship
- Year Built: 1899
- Builder: Wyandotte, Michigan, USA
- Dimensions: Length: 302.9 ft (92.3 m); Beam: 37.6 ft (11.5 m); Depth of hold: 13.6 ft (4.1 m)
- Registered Tonnage: 1,344 tons
- Location: Sugar Island Channel, Detroit River, near Amherstburg, Ontario, Canada
- Official Number: U.S. No. 145843
- Original Owners: White Star Steamship Company
Wreck Location Map
Vessel Type
The TASHMOO was a sidewheel passenger steamship, renowned for its sleek design and capacity for carrying large numbers of passengers across the Great Lakes. Its steel hull and powerful engine made it a reliable and iconic vessel of its time. The TASHMOO primarily operated out of Detroit, Michigan, serving as a luxurious passenger vessel for excursions and travel.
Description
The TASHMOO was a sidewheel passenger steamship, renowned for its sleek design and capacity for carrying large numbers of passengers across the Great Lakes. Its steel hull and powerful engine made it a reliable and iconic vessel of its time. The TASHMOO primarily operated out of Detroit, Michigan, serving as a luxurious passenger vessel for excursions and travel.
History
The TASHMOO was built on December 30, 1899, in Wyandotte, Michigan. It was registered under U.S. No. 145843 and had a gross tonnage of 1,344 tons and a net tonnage of 766 tons. The vessel was powered by an engine that produced 3,150 indicated horsepower and had a crew of 82 members. The TASHMOO’s home port was Detroit, Michigan, and it was owned by the White Star Steamship Company.
Significant Incidents
- Date of Incident: June 18, 1936
- Location: Sugar Island Channel, Detroit River, near Amherstburg, Ontario, Canada
- Cause: Struck a submerged rock
- Passengers: 1,529 on board, all safely rescued
- Outcome: No casualties were reported. The ship was raised later in 1936 and subsequently scrapped.
Final Disposition
After the grounding and damage in 1936, the TASHMOO was salvaged and later dismantled. Its legacy, however, remains significant in the maritime history of the Great Lakes.
Current Condition & Accessibility
The TASHMOO’s wreck is no longer present as the vessel was salvaged and scrapped. However, its historical significance continues to be recognized in maritime studies.
Resources & Links
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The TASHMOO symbolizes the grandeur of early 20th-century passenger vessels on the Great Lakes. Its service as a premier excursion steamer reflects a bygone era of maritime transportation, marked by elegance and efficiency. The vessel’s safe evacuation during its 1936 grounding remains a testament to its crew’s preparedness and dedication to passenger safety.
Legacy Notes & Full Historical Record
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Identification & Site Information:
- Vessel Name: TASHMOO
- Type: Sidewheel Passenger Steamship
- Build Date & Location: December 30, 1899, Wyandotte, Michigan, USA
- •Official Number: U.S. No. 145843
- Dimensions:
- Length: 302.9 feet (92.3 m)
- Width: 37.6 feet (11.5 m)
- Depth: 13.6 feet (4.1 m)
- Gross Tonnage: 1,344 tons
- Net Tonnage: 766 tons
- Horsepower: 3,150 indicated horsepower
- Crew: 82 members
- Home Port: Detroit, Michigan
- Owner: White Star Steamship Company
Vessel Type Description:
The TASHMOO was a sidewheel passenger steamship, renowned for its sleek design and capacity for carrying large numbers of passengers across the Great Lakes. Its steel hull and powerful engine made it a reliable and iconic vessel of its time. The TASHMOO primarily operated out of Detroit, Michigan, serving as a luxurious passenger vessel for excursions and travel.
Incident Summary:
- Date of Incident: June 18, 1936
- Location: Sugar Island Channel, Detroit River, near Amherstburg, Ontario, Canada
- Cause: Struck a submerged rock
- Passengers: 1,529 on board, all safely rescued
- Outcome: No casualties were reported. The ship was raised later in 1936 and subsequently scrapped.
The TASHMOO’s striking a rock in the Detroit River marked the end of its service. Despite the incident, the safe evacuation of all passengers highlighted the effectiveness of the crew and rescue operations.
Final Dispositions:
After the grounding and damage in 1936, the TASHMOO was salvaged and later dismantled. Its legacy, however, remains significant in the maritime history of the Great Lakes.
Resources & Links:
- Institute for Great Lakes Research: The Detroit/Wyandotte Shipbuilding Master List contains detailed records of the TASHMOO.
- Merchant Vessel Lists:
- 1935 and 1937 editions provide additional details on the ship’s specifications and operational history.
Legacy:
The TASHMOO symbolizes the grandeur of early 20th-century passenger vessels on the Great Lakes. Its service as a premier excursion steamer reflects a bygone era of maritime transportation, marked by elegance and efficiency. The vessel’s safe evacuation during its 1936 grounding remains a testament to its crew’s preparedness and dedication to passenger safety.
Suggested Keywords:
TASHMOO steamship, sidewheel passenger steamer, Detroit River shipwreck, White Star Steamship Company, Great Lakes maritime history.
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