Iron-Stock Anchor

This 3,000 pound folding stock anchor of the Great Lakes was snagged in Bete Gris by the John G. Munson of the U.S. Steel Company in October 1983. It was entangled in the Munson's anchor along with about 250 feet of chain. The Munson dragged the anchor and chain to Ashland, Wisconsin, where over 200 feet of chain was removed. It was then pulled to Two Harbors, Minnesota, where it was completely removed in December 1983. The U.S. Coast Guard cutter Sundew brought the anchor to the Copper Range dock in Houghton, where it was picked up by Rowe Moving Company of Calumet and brought to the lighthouse grounds. The identity of the vessel that owned this anchor is unknown, but it was used from the early 1800's to the early 1900's.

Eagle Harbor, Michigan · United States