Shotline Diving Wreck Profile
- Name: Tramp
- Type: Gas-powered fish tug
- Year Built: 1926
- Builder: Rogers City, MI
- Dimensions: 56 x 16 x 4 ft; Beam; Depth of hold
- Registered Tonnage: 56 tons
- Location: Grand Traverse Bay, near Northport, MI
- Official Number: 226904
- Original Owners: Unknown
- Number of Masts: Unknown
Wreck Location Map
Vessel Type
The TRAMP was classified as a gas-powered fish tug, primarily utilized for commercial fishing operations in the Great Lakes, particularly along the Michigan coastline.
Description
Built in 1926 in Rogers City, Michigan, the TRAMP measured 56 feet in length, with a 16-foot beam and a 4-foot depth. The vessel was mainly engaged in fishing and possibly other maritime activities in the Grand Traverse Bay region.
History
The exact circumstances surrounding the TRAMP‘s loss are unclear. It is often referred to as “lost”, with no specific records or incidents documented that led to its demise. This ambiguity suggests that the sinking or abandonment may have occurred without significant attention, possibly due to natural causes such as storm damage or operational failure.
Significant Incidents
- Loss Date: Circa 1970
- Place of Loss: Grand Traverse Bay, near Northport, MI
- Type of Loss: Unknown (Reported as “lost” with no specific details)
- Loss of Life: Unknown
- Carrying: Unknown
Final Disposition
The TRAMP is known to have sunk or been abandoned near Northport in Grand Traverse Bay. It has become a frequent dive target within the Traverse Bay Preserve, attracting divers interested in exploring historic wrecks. The wreck remains a significant part of the maritime history of the Grand Traverse Bay area.
Current Condition & Accessibility
The wreck of the TRAMP is part of the Traverse Bay Preserve, a designated area that protects submerged historic shipwrecks. Divers and maritime enthusiasts frequently visit the site to observe the wreck, although it has not been formally documented as a high-profile shipwreck.
Resources & Links
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While the TRAMP may not be as widely recognized as other historic wrecks in the Great Lakes, its location in Grand Traverse Bay ensures its preservation and ongoing exploration. The wreck continues to intrigue divers and those interested in the maritime history of the region.
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