RedactedNarrative: Vessel #1 – 2015, 20' Lund Len Open Motorboat w/1 Inboard Engine – HP Unknown
  Vessel #2 – 2004, 19' Alumaweld Stryker Open Motorboat w/2 Inboard Engines – 175 HP
  
  On 04/21/2018, at about 04:55 a.m., these two vessels were cruising on Lake Chelan in the Lower Basin located near Manson, WA in Chelan county.
  
  According to Law Enforcement, V1 was traveling up lake near the above location.  Both operators, Operator1 and Operator2, said that they saw each other's boats running lights.  They both noted that the nearby city lights (Manson and Chelan) made it difficult to see the heading of the other boat.
  
  According to the statements from both operators and the damage to both boats, it appeared both were approaching each other near head on.  By the time either operator realized they were too close to the other vessel, it was too late to avoid the collision.
  
  Operator1 stated that he turned starboard at the last minute under the assumption V2 would turn port.  He also noted he wanted to remain under power to maintain the ability to steer his vessel that was jet propelled.  
  
  Operator2 stated he put his vessel in reverse, and damage indicated his boat turned port side during the maneuver.  
  
  The combination of operator's statements made after the collision and damage observed on the vessels, indicate V1 was traveling approximately 15-20 mph and V1 was traveling 3-10 mph.  V1 was on plane and V2 was not.
  
  According to Officers there was no probable cause to definitely say either operator was more at fault than the other.  Therefore, no infraction or citations were issued.  
  
  0 Injuries / 0 Fatalities
  No Apparent Alcohol/Drug Involvement
  V1 – Damage estimated at $5,500 / V2 – Total Loss - Estimated Value - $12,000 
  No one on board either vessel was wearing a PFD
  Both vessel operators had a mandatory Boater Education Card
  