Submerged vessels on Fort Worth lakes and rivers
At Captain Tom's, we know a sunken boat doesn't wait for business hours. In Fort Worth, a submerged vessel on Eagle Mountain Lake or the Trinity River becomes a navigational hazard and an environmental hazard fast — fuel, oil, and debris spreading with every hour it sits underwater. Our emergency response team handles recovery for boat owners across Fort Worth and the surrounding areas, getting to you quickly before the situation gets worse.
We're a local crew that specializes in complex underwater recovery — dock, marina, or open water. Whether it's fully or partially submerged, our certified divers are ready.
Comprehensive boat removal services we offer
Our boat removal services include everything from pulling submerged vessels off lake bottoms to hauling away old junk boats sitting in your yard. Here's what we handle.
- Sunken boat recovery — This is our core work. We use professional-grade lift bags, cranes, and rigging to safely raise submerged vessels from Fort Worth lakes and waterways, including yachts and catamarans, with minimal hull damage during the recovery.
- Wreck removal and abandoned vessel cleanup — We manage full wreck removal for storm-damaged, derelict, or abandoned vessel situations. Our team works through the complex logistics of getting these boats off the water, including planning to dismantle what can't be moved whole and haul away the rest.
- Junk boat removal and hauling — Our junk boat removal and boat disposal service covers old sailboats, jet skis, and any vessel taking up space on land or water. We haul away the whole thing so you don't have to deal with it. We also support Insurance Claim Support documentation when needed.
- Recycling and proper disposal — After every job, we commit to proper disposal. We recycle as much of the vessel as possible and make sure all hazardous materials are handled in full compliance with environmental regulations. No cutting corners on the cleanup side.
Why Fort Worth calls us for professional removal
Not every boat removal job is the same. When you're dealing with submerged vessels, a sunken wreck, or anything that general junk haulers won't touch, you need a crew that's done this before. That's where professional boat removal makes the difference, and why Captain Tom's is the right call for challenging recoveries.
- Expertise in difficult recoveries — Our crew knows the sunken boat removal process cold. We handle complex rigging, underwater obstacles, and tricky wreck removal jobs that stop most outfits before they even get started. From junk boat removal to full emergency services, we've seen it all.
- Specialized heavy-lifting equipment — We bring the right gear to every job. High-capacity cranes for yachts and catamarans, lift bags for delicate work on submerged vessels, and everything in between. Our comprehensive boat removal services mean no job gets turned away for lack of tools.
- Full-service, start to finish — Captain Tom's is a direct service provider, not a broker passing your job to someone else. We manage the entire boat removal process, from the first assessment through professional removal, boat disposal, and final transport. Check our sunken boat FAQ if you want to know exactly what that looks like.
- Direct insurance and permitting support — We put together professional documentation for your insurance claim and help sort out the permits so you're not drowning in paperwork on top of everything else. Our insurance claim support keeps the process moving and takes the administrative weight off your shoulders.
Frequently Asked Questions: Sunken Boat Removal in Fort Worth
First, make sure everyone is safe, then report the incident to the authorities and your insurance company right away. Quick action matters here. The longer a submerged vessel sits, the worse the damage gets. Call a professional removal team so we can mitigate damage and get the recovery process started.
We specialize in sunken boat recovery, but our comprehensive removal services cover a lot more than that. Junk boat removal, abandoned wrecks, storm-damaged vessels, yachts and catamarans, wreck removal, you name it. If it's on or under the water and needs to go, we handle it, including full boat disposal once it's out.
In most cases, yes. Marine insurance policies typically cover recovery to avoid a total loss and reduce liability exposure. We work with boat owners on insurance claim support regularly, so we know exactly what adjusters need. We'll put together all the documentation for the claim so you're not left chasing paperwork.
Captain Tom's provides emergency boat removal throughout Fort Worth and all of Tarrant County. We run frequent operations in areas like Eagle Mountain Lake and the surrounding marinas. Give us a call and we'll get a rapid response team on the way.