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Invincible and Mckee Sons

Invincible and Mckee Sons

photo: USCG

The integrated tug Invincible and barge McKee Sons went aground on Lake Michigan just outside the breakwall at Manistee, Michigan.  The vessel suffered damaged to its a shaft and suffered water ingress into the engine room.   The vessel requested assistance and was supplied de-watering pumps by the Coast Guard.   The vessel was later freed by tugs and proceeded to Sturgeon Bay where a diver will conduct an inspection.   There were no reported injuries, but there was small amount of oil pollution released.  Reports state the navigation channel has not been dredged since 2010 and silting most likely led to the grounding.   The Coast Guard is conducting an investigation into the incident.

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Manitowoc Aground

Manitowoc Aground

The 630 foot, 19335 dwt self-unloading freighter Manitowoc went aground on Lake Michigan off the breakwater piers of the St. Joseph River, Michigan.   The Manitowoc was attempting to enter the twin harbors of St. Joseph and Benton Harbor with a cargo of 12,500 tons of limestone when it struck shallow waters.   A sounding showed the water level was at 18 feet with the freighter requiring 18.9 feet.   The channel depth was to be maintained at a depth of 21 feet, but dredging maintenance has not been funded for many smaller ports in the Great Lakes.  The Manitowoc was able to free itself and was able to proceed after an inspection.   No reports of injuries, damage or pollution being released.

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Barge Aground Off Sheboygan

Barge Aground Off Sheboygan

A barge broke free and went aground on Lake Michigan off the south breakwater at Sheboygan, Wisconsin.  The barge was  being pushed by the 108 meter long tugboat Donald C when heavy seas and strong winds separated the two vessels.  The Donald C was unable to regain control of the barge before it went ashore.   No reports of injuries or pollution released.  The barge is to be inspected and refloated later.  The barge was carrying a cargo of rocks bound for Manitowoc, Wisconsin.

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