1936 Custom Dravo Sternwheeler

This 110-foot sternwheeler was built in 1936 by the Dravo Corporation at their Neville Island Shipyards in Pennsylvania, one of the largest inland waterway builders of its era. Originally constructed as a working dredge boat for the Monongahela & Ohio Dredging Company, she was among the first paddle wheelers powered by diesel rather than steam. The boat has since been converted to a live-aboard with full residential amenities throughout her three decks.

The main deck includes a full kitchen with full-size appliances, a large pantry, bar seating area, separate washer and dryer, a living room, and a half-bath. The second deck holds two bedrooms, two full bathrooms, and a covered bar area with two built-in commercial beer coolers and seating for fourteen. The pilothouse on the third deck features the helm, a built-in desk, a futon, and an open deck area.

Power comes from a Caterpillar D353E marine diesel engine, originally designed for ocean-going cargo vessels. The steel hull measures 110 feet in length with a 24-foot beam. Three heads are distributed throughout the boat to serve the accommodations.