On 4/27/1987 , the vessel WILLOWGLEN (Official Number 393816) was involved in a striking - allision with a fixed object (striking - includes berthed/docked vessels) in W CENTER PIER OF LOCK,SAULT STE MARIE,U.S.A.,.

The vessel, with 26 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 pollution.

This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 7/2/1987 1. Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the NW at 21.00 knots.

BANK SUCTION CAUSED BOW TO SHEER INTO LOCK WALL Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-5-87