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.
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.
TRAMP – Identification & Site Information
- Other Names: Unknown
- Official No.: 226904
- Type at Loss: Gas-powered fish tug
- Build Info: 1926, Rogers City, MI
- Specs: 56 x 16 x 4 ft, 56 tons
- Date of Loss: Circa 1970
- Place of Loss: Grand Traverse Bay, near Northport, MI
- Lake: Michigan
- Type of Loss: Unknown (Reported as “lost” with no specific details)
- Loss of Life: Unknown
- Carrying: Unknown
History and Description
The TRAMP was a gas-powered fish tug, likely used for commercial fishing operations in the Great Lakes, specifically around the Michigan coastline. Built in 1926 in Rogers City, Michigan, the vessel had a relatively modest size of 56 feetin length, a 16-foot beam, and a 4-foot depth. The TRAMP was primarily employed for fishing and possibly supporting other maritime activities in the Grand Traverse Bay region.
The exact details of the TRAMP’s loss remain unclear. It is often referred to as “lost”, without clear records or specific incidents leading to its demise. This lack of documentation suggests that the sinking or abandonment may have occurred quietly or without much attention, or possibly due to natural causes like storm damage, a wreck, or operational failure.
Final Disposition
The TRAMP is known to have sunk or been abandoned near Northport in Grand Traverse Bay. The vessel became a frequent dive target in the Traverse Bay Preserve, making it a popular site for divers interested in exploring historic wrecks. Due to its location, the wreckage of the TRAMP remains a part of the Grand Traverse Bay area’s maritime history and is a site of interest for both recreational and historical exploration.
Notable Features and Current Status
The wreck of the TRAMP is part of the Traverse Bay Preserve, a designated area that preserves submerged historic shipwrecks. Divers and maritime enthusiasts frequently visit the site to observe the wreck. As the TRAMP has not been formally documented as a “high-profile” shipwreck, little is known about the specifics of its loss beyond the general timeline of its disappearance, sometime around 1970.
Resources & Links
For further exploration of the TRAMP and similar wrecks in Grand Traverse Bay, visit local diving organizations or preserved shipwreck lists in Michigan’s shipwreck preserves. A few key resources include:
- Traverse Bay Preserve diving operations
- Michigan Shipwreck Research: Offers insights into shipwrecks across the Great Lakes region.
- Shipwreck Preservation Society: For diving tours and wreck history.
Conclusion
The TRAMP may not be as widely known as other historic wrecks of the Great Lakes, but its location in Grand Traverse Bay ensures its preservation and ongoing exploration. While many details of its loss remain unknown, the wreck continues to capture the interest of divers and those fascinated by the maritime history of the Great Lakes.
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