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Built in 1874 by
Gibson, Suamico, WI as
a 693 ton, wooden, 3
mast grain schooner,
she was lost on September 7, 1890. While loaded with coal in up-bound tow of
the vessel B.W. BLANCHARD, the down bound freighter W.L. WETMORE
collided with her. She sank quickly with (1) loss of life. The rest
of her crew were picked up from her yawl by the car ferry HURON. Located just West of the shipping channel, her bow section
has been dynamited because it was considered a navigational
hazard. Much of her hull is still intact though broken open. A large
amount of the coal she was loaded with still lies in the center of
her hull.
Her
cargo of coal.
Photographer:
Keith W. Churill
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The
Dive Sites listed below are high risk dive sites. The river current here
is rather strong at (6-8 knots), surging at times and turbulent near the
wreck's, it can be disorientating. During the summer months there is much
boat traffic along with the occasional Freighter (Ship), because of this,
surfacing anyplace other than the shoreline can be hazardous. Do not
hesitate to abort a dive! Please consult
a local Dive Shop and/or other Divers familiar with the area before
attempting to dive any of these sites. Dive at your own risk.
Located on the U.S. side just South
of the Blue Water Bridge at a depth of 60-65 ft. The (3) wrecks are
near each other with a majority of the Tremble's hull still intact
and closer to the center of the river. A common entry point is
approx. 150 ft. North of the range marker. For an alternate entry
point see "International Scout" below. Climb over railing fully
equipped and go right to the bottom upon entry. head out
perpendicular to the seawall and the current should take you
downstream to the wreckage. Start your return early with about 2/3
of air supply remaining. Use one of the ladders in the seawall for
your exit. Be careful of
disorientation with the turbulent waters. With a swift current, this
is definitely a dive site for the Upper
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