RedactedNarrative: The operator of  vessel one was operating northbound on east side of Devil''s Kitchen Lake between Line''s 11 and 12 when it collided with a submerged and inconspicuous tree. 
  
   The cruising speed of the vessel was estimated to be approximately 25 mph at the time of the collision .  Operator was seated near the stern of the vessel operating the outboard motor.   The passenger was seated in the forward area of the canoe.   The collision caused the vessel to capsize to the port side ejecting both occupants.  
  
  Both the operator and passenger escaped the incident without injury, however, the vessel sunk to the bottom of the lake.  Operator advised he did not observe any physical damage to the vessel prior to it sinking.  Operator is making arrangements with a dive team to have the vessel recovered.  He expects to be able to repair the engine.  Operator was given the operator''s copy of the boat accident investigation report for completion.
  