Warrington – Lake Huron Ship Shipwreck (1911)

Shotline Diving Wreck Profile

• Name: Henry Warrington
• Type: ship
• Year Built: 1868
• Builder: Unknown
• Dimensions: Length X ft (Y m); Beam; Depth of hold
• Registered Tonnage: Unknown
• Location: Lake Huron (Exact position unspecified)
• Coordinates: Unknown
• Official Number: Unknown
• Original Owners: Hines Lumber Company
• Number of Masts: Unknown

Wreck Location Map

Vessel Type

Originally launched as a propeller tug or cargo vessel, the Henry Warrington served various roles throughout its operational history.

Description

The Henry Warrington was built in 1868 and underwent a significant rebuild after being wrecked in 1869. It was later acquired by the U.S. Lighthouse Service and renamed Warrington, serving lighthouses and buoys on Lakes Michigan, Huron, and Superior.

History

After its initial construction, the vessel was wrecked in a gale in November 1869 but was successfully refloated and rebuilt. It served under the U.S. Lighthouse Service until 1910, when it was sold to Hines Lumber Company and reverted to its original name, Henry Warrington, repurposed as a lumber hooker.

Significant Incidents

• August 21, 1911: The Henry Warrington ran aground on the Lake Huron shoals during a summer gale, leading to its destruction.

Final Disposition

The vessel was wrecked and abandoned, with its hull broken by waves. No formal salvage operations or archaeological surveys have been documented, suggesting the wreck remains untreated on the shoal.

Current Condition & Accessibility

As of now, the wreck site has not been officially surveyed, and its condition remains unknown. The area may still pose navigational hazards.

Resources & Links

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The Henry Warrington’s service history reflects its resilience and adaptability, having served both government and private sectors before its final loss in 1911.