Operator hit a submerged stump in the early hours of daylight. The weather was poor with rain and limited visibility. Operator was at a speed of 20-25 mph. Boat went slightly airborne towards bank and hit the rock bank. Bottom of boat and lower unit was damaged. The impact raised the motor on the jack plate and cracked the lower unit housing. The steel prop was bent, and there are holes in the boat with fiberglass and gel coat damage. Operator was wearing a pfd, and no alcohol was involved. Operator was wearing a kill switch attached to his pfd.
WAX / LEITCHFIELD             