the reporting person in this incident, stated they were heading south on badin lake near the location of the entrance to palmerville.  As they were cruising, the vessel collided with a submerged object which broke the propeller and rudder and caused a hole in the bottom rear portion of the vessel.  The vessel began to take on water.  A passer by rendered aid and towed the vessel back to the lamb's pier. 

All safety equipment was present and in working order.  It was determined that alcohol was not a factor in this incident. 

Note:  badin lake had been lowered approximately one to one and a half feet within the estimated past two weeks prior to this incident. subject stated there were no markers in place identifying this location as a hazard.
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