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Alaska Department of Natural Resources

Division of Mining, Land and Water
Alaska Department of Natural Resources
Division of Mining, Land and Water
Abandoned vessel being lifted out of the water

Vessel Removal Tools

Information

Alaska Statutes under AS 30.30 give municipalities, state agencies, and the owners of vessel storage and repair businesses, the authority to impound derelict vessels. If you have specific questions about the derelict vessel impoundment process, please contact us.

Resources

List of Vessel Salvage Companies PDF (12/13/2024) Request for Information — Vessel Salvors PDF DEC — How Do I Dispose Of My Boat

For information about disposing vessels outside of state waters see the EPA's Disposal of Vessels at Sea webpage.

National Guidance: Best Management Practices for Preparing Vessels Intended to Create Artificial Reefs

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