Shotline Diving Wreck Profile
- Name: W.A. Glover
- Type: ship
- Year Built: 1842
- Builder: Buffalo, New York
- Dimensions: Length X ft (Y m); Beam; Depth of hold
- Registered Tonnage: Approximately 162 tons
- Location: Lighthouse Point, Lake Ontario
- Number of Masts: Newly installed mast around 1861
Wreck Location Map
Vessel Type
Type: Ship
Description
The W.A. Glover, originally named Velocity, was built in 1842 in Buffalo, New York. It was later rebuilt and renamed around 1861, featuring a newly installed mast. At the time of its loss, it was registered under the Canadian flag.
History
The W.A. Glover had a service history that included transporting cargo, specifically wheat and peas, until its loss in October 1867. The vessel was caught in a storm shortly after departing from Toronto and was driven ashore at Lighthouse Point.
Significant Incidents
- Loss of the mainmast during the storm.
- Grounding near Toronto due to severe weather conditions.
- Hull failure caused by cargo swelling and water absorption, leading to structural rupture.
- Declared a total loss with no salvage efforts noted.
Final Disposition
The wreck of the W.A. Glover remains where it grounded at Lighthouse Point. It has not been salvaged and is considered a total loss.
Current Condition & Accessibility
No modern archaeological survey has specifically documented the W.A. Glover among mapped wreck sites. The wreck likely lies close to shore on a rocky bottom, exposed to wave action.
Resources & Links
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The W.A. Glover serves as a reminder of the maritime challenges faced in the 19th century. Future archaeological efforts may provide more insights into its remains and the circumstances of its loss.
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