RedactedNarrative: The operator was entering the Niantic River between the bridges in heavy traffic when the operator was attempting to steer clear of another vessel. This maneunever brought the vessel too close to the dock. The vessel struck the dock on the starboard side midships. The owner of vessel took over the helm operations and attempted to put the vessel in reverse. The  vessel didn't respond at the helm. The vessel was turned off and restarted. The vessel's systems were all functional at that time. No injuries.