Identification & Site Information:

  • Name: Chippewa Chrysler Park Wreck
  • Location: St. Lawrence River, near Chippewa Chrysler Park, Ontario, Canada
  • Coordinates: 44°55’59.9”N, 75°05’34.7”W
  • Depth: Unknown (estimation required from local diving data)
  • Vessel Type: Unconfirmed (Possibly a Barge, Tug, or small freighter)
  • Current Condition: Submerged, with variable conditions
  • Year of Sinking: Unknown (Likely late 19th or early 20th century based on regional activity)

Vessel Type & Description

This submerged wreck, situated near Chippewa Chrysler Park, is speculated to have belonged to a category of working vessels such as barges or tugs. These vessels were common in the 19th and early 20th centuries, serving vital roles in the transport and trade systems of the St. Lawrence River.

History

The Chippewa Chrysler Park Wreck’s position in the St. Lawrence River ties it to a critical waterway instrumental to North American commerce. This river was historically a major conduit for steamers, barges, and cargo vessels. It connected the Great Lakes to the Atlantic, enabling the region’s economic expansion.

The lack of concrete identification for this wreck adds intrigue, as it likely reflects the ordinary yet essential trade and industrial activities of the period. Its unremarked sinking may highlight the perils of navigation in such a heavily utilized waterway.

Final Dispositions

The wreck remains unexplored in detail. Its age and deterioration mean it may have minimal surviving superstructures but retains enough features to interest divers and maritime historians.

Located By & Date Found

No formal records confirm the discovery date or the individuals/groups who identified this wreck. It is marked for general interest due to its proximity to recreational areas like Chippewa Chrysler Park.

NOTMARs & Advisories

  • Visibility: Varies with weather and seasonal flow.
  • Temperature: Likely between 4°C–20°C depending on season (requires thermal protection).
  • Currents: Divers must assess flow rates, particularly in spring or after rains when currents increase.

Resources & Links

Keywords, Categories, and Glossary Terms

  • Keywords: St. Lawrence River, Shipwreck, Maritime History, Ontario Diving Sites
  • Categories: Historical Shipwrecks, Maritime Trade Vessels, Diving Exploration Sites
  • Glossary Terms: Tugboat, Freighter, Riverine Navigation