WAPAMA - A Historic Steam Schooner

Built in 1915Designed for lumber trade and coastwise passenger serviceIn-service thru 1947Declared as a NHL in 1984

Profile View - Starboard

Old growth Douglas-firLength: 217 ft.Height: 50 ft.Gross Tonnage: 945 t.

Last remaining example of the wooden steam-powered schooner

Currently placed on a barge at Richmond Reserve Shipyard in Richmond, California

Vessel Profile

Inboard profile

Outboard profile

Sectional View – Midship

Port bow showing steel support structure

Bow support structure

Bow Support

Stern poppets supporting the transom

Bilge and keel blocking showing hog

No evidence that the bilge is hardening or increased pressure is being placed on the support structure

Interior supports under longitudinal deck stringer

Preservation Goals

Phase 1, structural evaluation … NDE Inspection and condition

assessment Phase 2, Conduct Value Analysis

Alternatives for preservation Full restoration and open interpretation Stabilize entire vessel with limited access Stabilize and restore portions of the vessel Dismantle and display salvaged elements