The Wreck Today: Lying on a silt bottom at 105 feet, this ship sits with a slight list to starboard in usually crystal clear water. Because the water clarity is normally very good, the entire wreck may be viewed as one descends the line. The mooring block is set on the starboard side amidships and a trail line leads from the block to the wreck. Nearby, you may discover the trawl doors from a fishing vessel.
17 Fathom Wreck
Additional information on the 17 Fathom is on page 174 of Erie Wrecks East.
Location: 139ºT 11.7 miles off Port Dover, Ontario 359ºT 7.1 miles off Long Point Light
Coordinates: Loran: 44585.0 58602.8 GPS:42.39.10380.03.145
Lies: bow south Depth: 105 feet
Type: schooner Cargo:
Power: sail, 2 masts
Owner(s)
Built:
Dimensions: 77’ Tonnage:
Date of Loss: unknown
Cause of Loss: fire?
Coordinates: Loran: 44585.0 58602.8 GPS:42.39.10380.03.145
Lies: bow south Depth: 105 feet
Type: schooner Cargo:
Power: sail, 2 masts
Owner(s)
Built:
Dimensions: 77’ Tonnage:
Date of Loss: unknown
Cause of Loss: fire?
Line drawing by Georgann Wachter