RedactedNarrative: This report summarizes a two vessel property damage accident that occurred on the Illinois River near Mile Marker 153. The operator of Vessel 1 was traveling north on the Illinois River at approximately 20 mph and did not observe Vessel 2 traveling south at idle speed. The operator of Vessel 1 let off the throttle and attempted to make a hard left turn which failed due to off throttle loss of steering. Vessel 1 collided into the starboard side of Vessel 2, causing substantial damage in excess of $2000.00. Operator of Vessel 1 was ejected from his PWC upon impacting Vessel 2. No injuries reported. End of report.