About Who's Been Here Photos Revisions Wings of Wind Chicago, IL More Info Max Depth: 41-50ft/12-15m Average Viz: 21-25ft/6-8m Entry Type: Boat Bottom Composition: Clay/Muck Aquatic Life: Might See Something Rating: 4.00 by 3 divers Spring: Under 50°F/10°C Summer: Under 50°F/10°C Fall: 50-55°F/10-13°C Winter: Under 50°F/10°C View All 8 Photos 9/08/2009 9:24 PM

Wings of Wind is a boat accessible fresh water dive site, located in Chicago, IL. This dive site has an average rating of 4.00 out of 5 from 3 scuba divers. The maximum depth is 41-50ft/12-15m. The average visibility is 21-25ft/6-8m.




The 142-foot-long schooner Wings of the Wind sank with a coal cargo, but no lives lost, after colliding with another sailing ship on May 12, 1866. The subsequent salvage of the cargo destroyed the vessel’s stern, but the bow half remains in very good condition. Built at Buffalo, N.Y., in 1855, Wings of the Wind lies at 40 feet. Many excellent photo opportunities exist. 

The correct GPS coordinates are 41 55.895 / -87 33.462
Usually has a tie off buoy (tide bottle).




http://www.nedivenews.com/?q=node/255
http://www.windycitydiving.net/wrecks.htm
http://www.atrecovery.com/Images/Shipwrecks/WingsWind.htm