Identification & Site Information

Vessel Type

Wooden-hulled Schooner

Description

The Annie Dall was a wooden Schooner constructed in 1848. Details regarding her builder and specific dimensions are not documented. She was primarily used for transporting lumber across the Great Lakes, a common practice during the 19th century to support the booming construction industry in the region.(wisconsinshipwrecks.org)

History

On October 18, 1898, the Annie Dall was anchored between Reynolds and LeMere piers in Jacksonport, Wisconsin, attempting to ride out a southeasterly gale. The storm’s intensity caused the vessel’s anchor cable to break, leading her to drift ashore. The Schooner sustained significant damage to her Stern, including breaches that allowed water to flood in. Efforts to reach the vessel during the storm were unsuccessful, and she was ultimately Abandoned.(wisconsinshipwrecks.org)

Final Disposition

The Annie Dall was declared a Total Loss following the incident. There is no record of salvage operations or attempts to recover the vessel. Her remains were likely left at the wreck site.

Located By & Date Found

As of current records, there is no documentation indicating that the wreck of the Annie Dall has been located or explored by maritime archaeologists or divers.

NOTMARs & Advisories

There are no known navigational warnings or advisories related to the wreck site of the Annie Dall. Given the passage of time and lack of precise location data, the site does not pose a known hazard to navigation.

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Conclusion

The Annie Dall serves as a historical example of the challenges faced by maritime commerce on the Great Lakes during the 19th century. Her loss underscores the perils of lake navigation, particularly during severe weather conditions. While the exact location of her wreck remains unknown, the incident contributes to the broader narrative of shipwrecks that have shaped the maritime history of the region.

Suggested Keywords, Categories, and Glossary Terms

  • Keywords: Annie Dall, Lake Michigan shipwreck, 19th-century Schooner, Wisconsin maritime history, Jacksonport wreck
  • Categories: Great Lakes Shipwrecks, Maritime Disasters of the 1800s, Lumber Transport Vessels
  • Glossary Terms:
    • Schooner: A type of sailing vessel with two or more masts, typically with the foremast shorter than the mainmast.
    • Grounding: The event of a ship running aground, or touching the bottom, often leading to damage or wreck.
    • Abandonment: The act of leaving a vessel due to imminent danger or after it has been deemed unsalvageable.

Note: Due to the lack of precise location data and the time elapsed since the wreck, there is no shore dive information available for the Annie Dall.