Ships (21/49)

A ship is a large watercraft that travels the world's oceans and other sufficiently deep waterways, carrying goods or passengers, or in support of specialized missions, such as defense, research, and fishing. Ships are generally distinguished from boats, based on size, shape, load capacity, and tradition.

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HMS Culloden
Type:
shipwreck, frigate, British Royal Navy
Name:
The Battle of Culloden, where in 1745 the English army massacred the last of the Scottish resistance ( and much of the civilian population ), completing the English conquest of Scotland.
Built:
1776, England
Specs:
( 170 x 47 ft ) 1658 gross tons, 650 crew
Sunk:
Monday January 24, 1781
ran aground in storm - no casualties
Depth:
20 ft

Type:
shipwreck, frigate ( Mermaid-class, 6th-rate ), British Royal Navy
Name:
Hussars were light cavalry units of the period, known for their colorful and showy uniforms.
Built:
1763, England
Specs:
( 124 x 33 ft ) 627 gross tons
Sunk:
Thursday November 23, 1780
struck a rock - unknown casualties, including prisoners
Depth:
probably buried in the landfill under the police station near 135th Street

Holgate reef
Type:
artificial reef, trawler
Built:
? Holgate NJ ?
Specs:
( 65 ft )
Sponsor:
Farreny Boat Yard, Beach Haven Marlin & Tuna Club, ALO
Sunk:
Tuesday October 25, 1994 - Garden State South Artificial Reef
GPS:
39°33.404' -74°06.452'
Depth:
60 ft


Horton's Point

Type:
shipwreck, steamer, USA
Built:
1848, Jeremiah Simonson, Greenpoint NY USA
Specs:
( 275 x 32 ft ) 984 gross tons
Sunk:
Saturday December 27, 1866
beached to prevent foundering in a storm; old age & decay - no casualties





Shark River - A Street
View of the up-river area, looking southeast. Either side is diveable upstream to the first road. The entry location is just to the right of the apartments.

Yet another place to dive the Shark River is on the south side, near the intersection of 1st Avenue and A Street, behind the apartments. There is limited but very convenient free parking. A small cement stairway leads down to a concrete ledge above the water. Climb down between the big rock and the bulkhead, where you will find more steps underwater. ( Whoever B.M and M.M. are - thank you! )