#LU078

Betty W.

Type

Vessel

Class

Shipwreck

Status

Recently Explored

Depth

40 ft

Dimensions

35'

Betty W.: 35' Sailing Vessel Wreck (LU078), Lake Union, Seattle, WA — main photo

Overview

Shipwreck City Data

This target has been classified as a wood shipwreck, resting in 40 feet of water. The vessel rests upright on the lakebed, with much of the hull remaining intact while portions of the deck and upper structure have deteriorated or collapsed. Visible features include a defined bow and bow stem, surviving outer hull planking, sections of deck planking, exposed internal framing, and several large deck openings. A cabin structure remains standing, with a doorway, large rectangular openings, interior partitions, and circular portholes visible along side of the hull. A heavily encrusted metal fitting or machinery component with several rounded projections is also visible on the deck, though its original function cannot currently be determined. Additional structural material and debris are present within the vessel.

Prior Research and Theories

Previously, Coastal Sensing & Survey had classified this target as LU78. Described as the wreck of the 35-foot sailing vessel Betty W.

Additional Context

Shipwreck City is unable to verify whether this vessel is the Betty W. Shipwreck City is actively researching this object's history and will provide more details as we learn more.