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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.
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| 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 |
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