Abandoned and Derelict Vessel Removal Program

Program Overview

​​Kitsap County is developing a county-wide derelict vessel removal program in concert with the Washington Department of Natural Resources’ (DNR) existing Abandoned and Derelict Vessel Removal Program that will serve the cities and port districts within Kitsap County. 

Kitsap County hosts extensive marine shoreline and tidelands, twelve port districts, numerous piers and marinas, and four incorporated cities. Kitsap is rich in maritime culture, it supports commercial fishing and aquaculture industries, and is a destination for recreational anglers and boaters. The shoreline and nearshore areas contribute to the health and wellbeing of residents and visitors alike; however, abandoned and derelict vessels frequently mark that shoreline and pose hazards for boaters and anglers while negatively impacting water quality and habitat. 

Kitsap County received grant funding through the National Estuary Program Habitat Strategic Initiative, administered by the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife & Washington Department of Natural Resources, to develop this program. ​

Report a Vessel of Concern

To report an abandoned or derelict vessel, please the image below. Please provide as much information as possible. You may add up to six photographs. Make sure to hit the "Report It" button before you exit.

For emergency situations, contact 911 and the US Coast Guard at (206) 217-6001.

Vessel Disposal Resources

For Private Moorage Facilities:

To view a checklist with specific information for disposing abandoned or derelict boats as a private moorage facility, visit the "How to Dispose of an Abandoned or Derelict Boat (Private) Card PDF" located on the righthand side of the webpage under "Related Files."

For cases when you are unable to find the last registered owner, you can submit a Junk Vehicle Affidavit.

For Public Moorage Facilitie​s:

To view a checklist with specific information for disposing abandoned or derelict boats as a public moorage facility, visit the "How to Dispose of an Abandoned or Derelict Boat (Public Entities) Card PDF" located on the righthand side of the webpage under "Related Files."

• Guidelines for the Derelict Vessel Removal Program (DVRP)​
  
• Abandoned & Derelict Vessel Removal Process​​​
• Vessel Warning Notice - Generic​
  

For Individuals:

DNR can help approved owners dispose of their vessels safely and legally, offering reimbursement for the costs. Visit the Vessel Turn-In Program webpage to learn more information about the application and to see if you meet the eligibility criteria requirements to participate in the program. 
The VTIP Eligibility Criteria flyer and the VTIP Application are located on the righthand side of the webpage under "Related Files."

Additional Resources

Notices of Intent To Seize

Vessels with custody actions pending under RCW 79.100 are posted on the WA DNR webpage. To view the vessels with pending action, please visit the Notices of Intent​.

Derelict Vessel Inventory

To view current DNR Inventory and Removal Lists, including the Fund Balances for the program, please visit Derelict Vessel Inventory and Funding.

Frequently Asked Questions

Still have questions? View our program's Frequently Asked Questions, compiled and completed by the Technical Advisory Committee.

Technical Advisory Committee Meeting Materials

• Program Charter (updated December 2024)