Nav Alert comment on MD: Knapps Narrows West Channel, shoaling

Comment by: William Sudek on Aug 24, 2022
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 47'
Draft: 4.5'

Ran a ground upon entering in channel at low tide. I called the fuel dock on VHF for assistance & was told to keep right of the red #4 as it was 18" deeper "south of channel".
Used bow thruster to spin boat south and was able to motor in to the narrows and get fuel.
Dockmaster teased that he thinks a boat tow company must have placed the red marker. Thank goodness no damage incurred.

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