Professional Sunken Boat Removal in Tulsa, OK

Submerged vessels in Tulsa waterways

At Captain Tom's, we know a submerged vessel doesn't wait. In Tulsa's busy waterways like the Arkansas River, a sunken boat becomes a navigational hazard and an environmental hazard fast, leaking fuel and blocking traffic within hours. Our emergency response team handles recovery across Tulsa and the surrounding areas, working with everything from small fishing boats to yachts and catamarans. We coordinate wreck removal, insurance claim support, and the full sunken boat recovery process so you're not dealing with it alone.

We're a local underwater recovery team with certified divers ready to respond whether your boat is fully submerged at a dock, sitting on the bottom of a marina, or out in open water.

Our comprehensive boat removal services

Our boat removal services include everything from pulling sunken vessels off the bottom to hauling away that junk boat sitting in your backyard. Here's what we handle.

• Sunken boat recovery — This is our core work. We use lift bags, cranes, and rigging to raise submerged vessels safely, keeping hull damage to a minimum during the recovery. Whether you're dealing with a bass boat or one of the larger yachts and catamarans, we've got the gear for it. Our sunken boat removal process is built around protecting both the vessel and the surrounding water.
• Wreck removal and abandoned vessel cleanup — We manage the full removal of wrecked, storm-damaged, or abandoned vessels. Our team handles the logistics of figuring out how to dismantle and haul away these problem boats, including the paperwork side of things like insurance claim support and compliance documentation.
• Junk boat removal and hauling — Need a boat disposal service for something that's just taking up space? We haul away old boats, sailboats, and jet skis sitting on land or water. Professional removal doesn't stop at submerged vessels. If it floats, used to float, or hasn't floated in years, we can take it.
• Recycling and proper disposal — After any removal, we make sure everything gets handled the right way. We recycle as much of the boat as possible and manage all hazardous materials in line with environmental regulations. No dumping, no shortcuts.

Got questions? Check our sunken boat FAQ or call us directly about emergency services. We work on everything from small fishing boats to large commercial vessels across Tulsa and the surrounding area.

Why Captain Tom's is the right call for professional removal

Not every boat removal job is a simple haul-away. When you're dealing with submerged vessels, tight recovery windows, or a situation that needs professional boat removal done right the first time, you need a crew that's handled it all before. Here's why Captain Tom's is the right call for challenging recoveries.

• Expertise in difficult recoveries — Our crew has pulled sunken boats from the bottom of Tulsa's lakes and reservoirs under tough conditions. We handle complex rigging, underwater obstacles, and wreck removal jobs that stop general junk haulers cold.
• Specialized heavy-lifting equipment — We bring the right gear to every job. From high-capacity cranes that can handle yachts and catamarans to precision lift bags for delicate submerged vessels, our equipment matches the work, not the other way around.
• Full-service, start to finish — Captain Tom's is a direct service provider, not a broker who hands your job off to someone else. We manage the entire boat removal process, from the first assessment through final boat disposal, so nothing falls through the cracks.
• Direct insurance and permitting support — We prepare professional documentation to support your insurance claim and help sort out any required permits. Less paperwork on your end, fewer delays on ours.