On 8/17/1977 , the vessel GEORGE M. CARL (Official Number 304498) was involved in a striking - allision with a fixed object (striking - includes berthed/docked vessels) in GREAT LAKES-SAULT STE MARIE RIVER,.

The vessel, with 29 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. Fortunately, the ship was able to continue its voyage. No injuries or fatalities were reported, and there was none pollution.

This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 8/25/1977 . Weather at the time was reported as overcast with winds from the NW at 35.00 knots.

VESSEL STRUCK CORNER OF DOCK. Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-25-1