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P. T. Teti

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P.T.Teti with its 
original name Chemung
(John Stanford 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 P. T. Teti
Other Names Original name Chemung
Vessel Type Tug
Owner  
Length / Beam / Draft (feet) 80' /  /
Tonnage  
Hull Construction Steel
Propulsion Diesel / Prop
Cargo  
Built 1937 at Brooklyn, NY
Date of Loss 1972
Reason for Loss Sank in storm
Fatalities  
Location Off Sakonnet Point, RI
Coordinates (Lat/Lon) 41-20.9N / 71-14.5W
Coordinates (Loran C) 14382.3 / 43930.9
Water Depth (feet) 100'
Typical Visibility (feet) Usually good
Wreck Condition Mostly intact and upright
Diving Considerations  
Other Information  
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