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Irvington

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Irvington
(Steve Lang collection)

Grease cup
from Irvington
(Author's 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 Irvington
Other Names  
Vessel Type Tug
Owner Lehigh Valley Railroad
Length / Beam / Draft (feet) 140' / 27' / 15'
Tonnage 398
Hull Construction Steel
Propulsion Steam / Props
Cargo Towing coal barges when wrecked
Built 1907 at Richmond, NY
Date of Loss October 29, 1914
Reason for Loss Struck Northeast Pond Ledge and sank
Fatalities None
Location Northeast Pond Ledge - 5 miles south of Owl's Head, ME. Wreck is located on sand at base of ledge - north side of ledge.
Coordinates (Lat/Lon) 44-00-50 N / 069-02-10 W
Coordinates (Loran C)  
Water Depth (feet) 50'
Typical Visibility (feet) 10-15'
Wreck Condition Bow intact, wreck partly buried in sand
Diving Considerations Strong current area; ledge awash at low tide
Other Information  
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