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Can Do

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The Can Do was raised and
refitted as the Grampus
(Bill Carter collection)

 

The table below provides historical and statistical data on the vessel. Some of the information may be incomplete. If you have additions or corrections, please e-mail us at the address listed below.

Shipwreck Data

Vessel Name Can Do
Other Names Refitted vessel is now called Grampus
Vessel Type Pilot Boat
Owner  
Length / Beam / Draft (feet) 42' /  /
Tonnage  
Hull Construction Steel
Propulsion Diesel / Propellers
Cargo  
Built  
Date of Loss February 7, 1978
Reason for Loss Sank in famous "Blizzard of '78"
Fatalities 5
Location Off Marblehead, MA
Coordinates (Lat/Lon) Vessel raised in 1981
Coordinates (Loran C)  
Water Depth (feet)  
Typical Visibility (feet)  
Wreck Condition Vessel was raised and refitted
Diving Considerations  
Other Information  
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