RedactedNarrative: On July 22, 2013, at approximately 1100 hours, Operator1 arrived at the Casper Regional Game and Fish office to report a hazardous area on Alcova Reservoir.  Operator1 stated that while boating on Alcova Reservoir with his three brothers-in-law on June 30, 2013, at approximately 1700 hours, he struck a submerged rock in a shallow water area in Fox Cove.  Operator1 stated that his estimated speed at the time of impact was less than 10 miles per hour.  He stated that after striking the submerged rock the boat became stuck and after he and his passengers pushed the boat off of the rock the boat’s propeller would no longer engage.  Operator1 stated that he had the boat towed by Alcova Marina to the public launch where his vehicle was parked.  Operator1 reported the environmental conditions as clear, calm (waves less than 6 inches), with light wind.  Operator1 admitted that he did not know the reporting requirements for boating accidents resulting in damage over $500.  At the time Operator1 reported the accident to the Wyoming Game and Fish, an estimate had already been done and the damage to the boat had been repaired by White’s Marine Center in Casper Wyoming, resulting in a repair cost of $4,294.95.  Metropolitan Property and Casualty Insurance Company issued payment to Operator1 in the amount of $3,794.95.
NameOfBodyOfWater: Alcova Reservoir
NearestCityTown: Alcova