Shotline Diving Wreck Profile
- Name: Ville Marie
- Type: Tugboat
- Year Built:
- Builder:
- Dimensions: 130.65 ft (39.82 m); Beam; Depth of hold
- Registered Tonnage:
- Location: Rideau River, in front of Rideau Glen Lodge
- Official Number: 179,229
Wreck Location Map
Vessel Type
Tugboat
Description
The Ville Marie was a sizable tugboat, measuring 130.65 feet (39.82 metres) in length. Specific details regarding its construction, tonnage, and operational history are limited. Tugboats like the Ville Marie were typically employed for towing and maneuvering larger vessels, assisting in docking procedures, and performing various tasks within harbors and along waterways.
History
On May 24 (year unspecified), the Ville Marie was involved in a fire incident on the Rideau River, directly in front of the Rideau Glen Lodge. The circumstances leading to the fire, the extent of the damage, and any casualties are not detailed in the available records. The Rideau River has been a significant waterway in Ontario, serving both commercial and recreational purposes, and incidents like this highlight the challenges faced by vessels navigating its waters.
Significant Incidents
- Fire incident on May 24 (year unspecified) on the Rideau River.
Final Disposition
The ultimate fate of the Ville Marie following the fire remains unclear due to the lack of detailed records. It is unknown whether the vessel was salvaged, repaired, or dismantled.
Current Condition & Accessibility
Information regarding the discovery or documentation of the Ville Marie‘s wreck site is not available in the consulted sources.
Resources & Links
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The fire involving the tugboat Ville Marie on the Rideau River remains an obscure event in Canadian maritime history. Further research, potentially involving local historical societies or archives, may yield more detailed insights into this incident.
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