The Wreck Today: This two masted scow dates from the mid 1800’s. We believe it to be the Industry, which sank in 1874. The Industry was built in Port Rowan in 1848. She measured 71’6” x 17’6” x 5’6”. On August 22, 1874, a northeast wind was blowing as the Industry left Cleveland, Ohio. She carried a load of coal and was approximately 10 miles off Lorain, Ohio when she suddenly took on water. Captain D. Dues and crew abandoned the sinking scow and rowed for the Black River in the ships yawl boat . All arrived safely.
In conflict with this possibility are indications that this wreck may have had a fire on board.
In conflict with this possibility are indications that this wreck may have had a fire on board.
Bay Coal Schooner
Additional information on the Bay Coal Schooner is on page 22 of Erie Wrecks West.
Location: four miles off Bay Village, Ohio
Coordinates: LORAN: 43764.5 57374.8
GPS: 41 33.009 81 56.077
Lies: bow north Depth: 55 feet
Type: scow Cargo: coal
Power: sail
Owner(s)
Built:
Dimensions: 74’8” x 20-21’ Tonnage:
Date of Loss: mid 1800’s
Cause of Loss: fire?
Coordinates: LORAN: 43764.5 57374.8
GPS: 41 33.009 81 56.077
Lies: bow north Depth: 55 feet
Type: scow Cargo: coal
Power: sail
Owner(s)
Built:
Dimensions: 74’8” x 20-21’ Tonnage:
Date of Loss: mid 1800’s
Cause of Loss: fire?
