Identification & Site Information

  • RECRD: 4381
  • Vessel Terms: Unknown
  • Type: Submerged wreck, dangerous to surface navigation
  • Current Location (Updated):
    • Latitude: 46.489186
    • Longitude: -84.285033
  • Initial Location (Charted at 1:10,000 scale):
    • Latitude: 46-29-21.0N
    • Longitude: 84-17-06.0W
  • Projection of Wreck: Approximately 10 meters in length

Description

The wreck with RECRD 4381 is an unidentified submerged hazard located in Lake Superior. It presents a potential danger to surface navigation due to its submerged state and approximate location. Charted initially as a submerged wreck with an elongated structure measuring around 10 meters in length, it has not been further investigated to confirm or refine its details.

History and Survey Information

The wreck’s original charting placed it at 46-29-21.0N and 84-17-06.0W. Later updates refined its coordinates to 46.489186 and -84.285033, but no investigation or survey followed to verify its existence or details.

Outlined procedures for confirmation included:

  • Survey Requirements:
    • Bottom or diver exploration within a 50-meter radius.
    • Collection of specific data, including least depth, precise position, and elevation.
  • Disproval of Wreck Existence:
    • Documentation of salvage activities could negate the wreck’s presence.

Despite these requirements, the wreck remains unconfirmed and uncharted.

Current Status The wreck is still classified as:

  • Submerged and potentially hazardous to navigation.
  • Uninvestigated with no official position marked on navigational charts.

Recommendations for Survey and Navigation

  • Survey Methods: Conduct bothttps://shotlinediving.com/wp-content/uploads/52895851813_b64678c0f7_c.jpg drag operations or use divers for a comprehensive search in a 50-meter radius around the reported location.
  • Salvage Evidence: If the wreck was previously removed, salvage documentation should be submitted to verify its absence.
  • Caution for Mariners: Exercise care when navigating in the area due to the wreck’s potential hazards.

NOTMARs & Advisories

No current Notice to Mariners (NOTMARs) or official chart markings exist for this wreck, although it remains classified as a navigational hazard.

Resources & Links

  • NOAA Wrecks Database: For possible updates on investigation status.
  • Great Lakes Maritime Research Resources: To correlate with historical records of lost vessels in the area.
  • Local Dive Communities: Engage with regional dive clubs for potential exploration insights or past findings.

Keywords: RECRD 4381 Submerged Navigation Hazard Lake Superior Wreck Unknown Vessel Survey Verification Needed Salvage Documentation