Disposing of an Unwanted Vessel – Surrendered Vessel Program

 

 

 

 

What should you do with your unwanted vessel?

If you have a recreational boat that you no longer want, the free, easy and safe Surrendered Vessel Program may be the solution.

Proper vessel disposal is a vital part of clean and responsible boating.  Because there are environmental hazards associated with vessels, including oil, solvents, batteries, and other toxic wastes. It is important that all vessel owners properly dispose of their vessels when they have reached the end of their useful life. 

Never abandon or sink a vessel to dispose of it. Not only does it pose an environmental and navigational hazard on our state’s waterways but it is also illegal with fines up to $3000, plus the costs for removal and demolition.

There are several options for proper vessel disposal: the no-cost Surrendered Vessel Program, recycling/dismantling, or disposing at a local landfill site. Please see below for more information.

The Surrendered Vessel Program

The Surrendered Vessel Program, known as SAVE, is a no-cost alternative for recreational boat owners to surrender an unwanted boat. Surrendering a boat can be as simple as contacting a participating local agency and making arrangements to drop-off a boat. You must be the registered owner and sign a release of interest in the boat. Visit the Participating Agencies Contact List webpage to find an agency near you.