Shotline Diving Wreck Profile
- Name: York
- Type: Wooden schooner
- Year Built:
- Builder: Unknown
- Dimensions: Unknown
- Registered Tonnage: Unknown
- Location: Off Salt Point, ~25 miles west of Sault Ste. Marie
- Coordinates: Unknown
- Official Number: Likely Canadian registry
- Original Owners: Unknown
- Number of Masts: Unknown
Wreck Location Map
Vessel Type
The York was a wooden schooner, a common vessel type in the early 19th century, primarily used for trade on the Great Lakes.
Description
The York was engaged in the Lake Superior trade, transporting goods such as fish, furs, lumber, and supplies. While specific details about her size and construction are lost, schooners of this type were essential for connecting remote communities with larger ports.
History
Little is known about the York‘s construction, ownership, or service history. She was one of many small wooden trading vessels operating on Lake Superior during the early Euro-Canadian settlement period, playing a vital role in trade and transportation.
Significant Incidents
- The York reportedly sank off the mouth of Grant’s Creek, near Salt Point, likely due to a storm or sudden squall.
- No cargo or casualty information has been recorded.
Final Disposition
The wreck of the York has not been located, and no archaeological documentation or diver confirmation exists. It is possible that her wooden hull has disintegrated or become buried under sediments.
Current Condition & Accessibility
The site of the York remains unlocated, with no known access points or dive support available. Conditions and depth are unknown.
Resources & Links
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Further research in regional archives may yield more information about the York and her crew, but as of now, she remains a mystery of Lake Superior.
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