| History | |
|---|---|
| Fate | Exploded and sank 9 April 1852 |
| General characteristics | |
| Installed power | Steam engine |
| Propulsion | Paddlewheel |
The Saluda was a paddle steamer that operated on the Missouri River in the early 1850s. The ship exploded near Lexington, Missouri in 1852, killing over 100 people, making it one of the worst disasters in Missouri River history.