This wreck has been dived by quite a few people. But, as far as I know, it hasn't been specifically identified or the circumstances of how it got there uncovered. I've done three dives and quite a bit of research and couldn't do either. Given the size, appearance, and features I'm relatively certain it was a barge that carried quarry rock from Catalina to the mainland. IIRC, the moniker "Yesteryear" is based on what fisherman called the site.
I've posted numerous pictures and photogrammetry models at the post below:
wreckedinmyrevo.com
If anybody has additional information, I'd definitely appreciate it. Here is a picture of the most prominent "feature" which I believe is part of a pulley system that would open and close the gates.
Regards,
- brett
I've posted numerous pictures and photogrammetry models at the post below:
Quarry Rock Barge aka Yesteryear (Long Beach — 175 fsw)
Background After we did our dive on the UB-88, we moved to another close-by wreck site that has traditionally gone by the name “Yesteryear.” If I remember correctly, according to Ray Ar…
wreckedinmyrevo.com
If anybody has additional information, I'd definitely appreciate it. Here is a picture of the most prominent "feature" which I believe is part of a pulley system that would open and close the gates.
Regards,
- brett
