IDENTIFICATION & SITE INFORMATION
- Name: Unknown
- Type: Submerged wreck with associated pile remnants (dangerous to navigation)
- Feature Type: Wreck and submerged piles
- Latitude: 46.387742 -84.220058
- Depth: Submerged (indicated as 0 feet, likely at or just below water level)
- Navigational Status: Dangerous to surface navigation
HISTORICAL OVERVIEW
- Earliest Record: The wreck and associated piles were first documented in survey LS1693/36.
- Description: The wreck was found seaward of a line of piles that extend from the shore. These piles likely represent structural remnants, possibly part of an old pier, dock, or shoreline reinforcement.
- Verification: Although the wreck was verified in subsequent surveys, it was not physically located during later hydrographic efforts.
- Submerged Features: The ruins in the area support the belief that the wreck and piles are underwater. Both have been recommended for charting to aid in navigation safety.
SIGNIFICANCE
The “Pile Wreck” represents a combination of a shipwreck and man-made shoreline structures, highlighting historical maritime and coastal activities. While the origins and specifics of the wreck remain unknown, its proximity to submerged piles suggests it may have been tied to dockside or shipping operations in the region.
NAVIGATIONAL ADVISORIES
- Caution Zone: Mariners should approach the area with caution due to the potential hazards posed by the submerged wreck and piles.
- Chart Status: The wreck and piles are recommended for charting to indicate their presence as navigational hazards.
RESOURCES & LINKS
- Hydrographic Surveys: LS1693/36 and later updates.
- Maritime Safety Notifications: Advisories related to submerged hazards in the area.
- Historical Shipwreck Databases: Maritime History of the Great Lakes, NOAA wreck database.
This site underscores the importance of updating navigational charts with submerged hazards to ensure safe passage for vessels and to preserve historical maritime sites for further study.