The Operator of Vessel 1 was not aware at the time, but while transporting Vessel 1 to the launch ramp one of the lower units on Vessel 1 was dragging across the surface of the launch ramp (creating a gouge line in the pavement) and eventually resulted in a portion of the skeg breaking off.  After launching Vessel 1 the Operator (unawareof the broken skeg) operated Vessel 1 to the shoreline just south of the launch ramp and moored Vessel 1.  After Operator disembarked, but shortly therafter noted Vessel 1 listing to the starboard side and upon checking the engine compartment found that Vessel 1 was taking on water at a rapid rate.  Vessel 1 eventually sank on location.
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