RedactedNarrative: Operator 1 stated that he was operating his vessel through the ICW in the area of marker 345. Operator 1 stated that due to the amount of boat traffic fishing at that location he had to hug the green marker in order to get through. While doing so Operator 1 stated that he struck a submerged object which he believes was the anchor chain for the green can buoy. 
  
  
  Investigation Revealed :  Vessel 1 was traveling North bound within the ICW in the area of marker 345, located in Upper Twp. While attempting to navigate through the boat traffic at that location Vessel 1 struck a unknown submerged object within the ICW. The submerged object was not located or identified.  Vessel 1 sustained major Fiberglass damage to the hull of the vessel. Operator 1 was able to operator V-1 back to MinMar Marina where it was removed from the water. No injuries were reported.