Derelict Boat Removal
These abandoned boats were recovered in 2023. Click on link to view pictures.
There are (2) 30+ft house boats that have been sunken on these shorelines for many years. NLPA Click on link to read update.
There are (2) 30+ft house boats that have been sunken on these shorelines for many years.
Progress:
Great progress has been achieved despite challenging water level swings and weather conditions.
Boat 1 :
What has been accomplished?
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Remaining superstructure removed
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Plumbing removed
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Flooring removed
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Glass removed
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(2) fuel tanks and fuel delivery system removed
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Starting battery removed
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Boat hull lifted and stabilized for future cutting process
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With the support of NLP and River Keepers the majority of the removed debris has been hauled off the lake
Boat 2:
What has been accomplished?
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The majority of superstructure removed
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With the support of NLP and River Keepers the majority of the removed debris has been hauled off the lake
Overall lake betterment:
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(2) 30 yard dumpsters filled mainly with the debris removed from these abandoned houseboats has been removed from Norris Lake.
Next steps:
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Complete demolition of boat #2
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Cut steel hulls into manageable pieces to be hauled to a scrap metal processor
