West Michigan Underwater Preserve - proposed

Ironsides

In 120' of water four miles west of the Grand Haven Channel lies the Ironsides, a 218' wooden twin prop steamer. She foundered in heavy seas on September 15, 1873.

 

Location Depth Ship GPS Details
Approx. 4 miles west of the Grand Haven Channel 100 - 120' 218' wooden twin prop steamer N 43 02.931
W 86 19.155
Built in Cleveland in 1864, the Ironsides foundered in heavy seas on Sept. 15, 1873.

Fairly intact.

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