RedactedNarrative: The operator stated that after launching his boat and traveling a short distance on Ft. Loudon lake his vessel started taking on water. The operator then directed his vessel to the nearest launch site at Louisville point park where it sank while the operator was arranging to get his trailer from the original launch site at Carl Cowan park. A visual inspection of the vessel revealed a crack in the bottom of the hull approximately 18 inches long. The operator stated that he was not aware of hitting any objects in the water though the wave action was significant.
NameOfBodyOfWater: FT. LOUDOUN LAKE
NearestCityTown: ALCOA                         