Shotline Diving Wreck Profile
- Name: Unknown Wreck
- Type: Shipwreck
- Year Built:
- Builder:
- Dimensions:
- Registered Tonnage:
- Location: East of Point au Pelee, Lake Erie
- Official Number: Not available
- Original Owners: Not documented
- Number of Masts: Not documented
Wreck Location Map
Vessel Type
Unknown
Description
In 1877, an unidentified wreck was reported east of Point au Pelee in Lake Erie. The vessel’s type, dimensions, and construction details are not documented.
History
The wreck was deemed a navigational hazard in 1877, leading to its removal by a U.S. Revenue Cutter. Specific details about the vessel’s origin, ownership, and circumstances leading to its sinking are not available.
Significant Incidents
- The wreck was reported in 1877 as a navigational hazard.
- It was removed by a U.S. Revenue Cutter to eliminate the hazard.
Final Disposition
The wreck was removed in 1877 to eliminate the navigational hazard it posed.
Current Condition & Accessibility
There is no specific information available regarding the rediscovery or current location of the wreck.
Resources & Links
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This unidentified wreck east of Point au Pelee serves as a historical example of the challenges faced in maritime navigation on Lake Erie during the 19th century.
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