RedactedNarrative: Operator was running down river on the right descending bank in 10 feet of water and struck a submerged log with his lower unit.  He says the only way he was able to find what he hit is when a great blue heron landed on it.  He was running outside the river channel but say he has local knowledge of the area.
  
  He was able to proceed back to the ramp on his own power and called Houston County 911 once he realized there was damage to his motor.
  
  There was damage to his propeller and propeller shaft and the mechanic recommended replacing the lower unit.
NameOfBodyOfWater: KENTUCKY LAKE
NearestCityTown: TENNESSEE RIDGE               