On the above date and time, operator was traveling north through the Texaco pipeline canal.  operator was traveling approximately 50 mph when his vessel struck a submerged log causing his outboard motor to come out of the water, upon the motor kicking up, it locked in the upright position causing him to lose steering. vessel then made a left 90 degree turn going onto the bank of the canal approximately 20 feet.  No drugs or alcohol is believed to be involved.  operator was wearing a coast guard approved PFD and his vessel was equipped with remote steering.
Plaquemine