In today's article, we are going to explore Lake Washington Shipyard in depth, and discover its many facets and its impact on different aspects of daily life. Lake Washington Shipyard is a topic that has captured the attention of experts and enthusiasts alike, giving rise to numerous investigations, debates and reflections. Throughout history, Lake Washington Shipyard has played a crucial role in society, influencing everything from culture and traditions to economics and politics. In this article, we will analyze the various perspectives that exist on Lake Washington Shipyard, from its evolution over time to its relevance today, with the aim of shedding light on a topic that continues to generate interest and controversy.
Lake Washington Shipyard was founded in the 19th century as the Anderson Shipyard. This shipyard specialized in the construction of wooden tugs and ferries. In 1923, Anderson Shipyard was bought by Charles Burckardt and renamed Lake Washington Shipyards. The new shipyard converted to steel shipbuilding. During World War II, its workforce grew to 9,000 employees and it was a major repairer of small ships as well as a builder. Lake Washington Shipyards closed in 1960s and today, the commercial/residential development at Carillon Point occupies the site of the former shipyard.
Ships built here
Ships built at Lake Washington Shipyards include (with launch dates). Many of the US Navy's AVP-class seaplane tenders were transferred to the US Coast Guard after World War II and redeployed as High Endurance Cutters and Ocean Station vessels:
Bessie Mac - recreational vessel, delivered in 1926
Seafarer - recreational vessel, delivered in 1926
Dixie II - fishing vessel, delivered in 1927
Caleb Haley - fishing vessel, delivered in 1928
Bainbridge - ferry vessel for Puget Sound Navigation Company, delivered in 1928 (disposition: later Jervis Queen, barge 1967)
M/V David B - delivered in 1929 (converted to passenger vessel in 2006)
W.B.Foshay - ferry vessel for Puget Sound Navigation Company, delivered in 1929 (disposition: later Northland 1930, Ottar Jarl 1947, Titika 1955, wrecked 1955)
Vashon - ferry vessel, delivered in 1930
Tongass 100 - freight barge, delivered in 1930
Victoria - recreational vessel, delivered in 1932
MV Kalakala construction begins from burnt-out hull of Peralta in November 1934; maiden voyage July 3, 1935
Robert Gray - tug for USACoE, delivered in 1936 (disposition: to USA as LT 666, returned as Robert Gray, sold, now research/cruise vessel)
KW 252 - freight barge, delivered in 1940
USS Pathfinder (AGS-1) keel laid 20 February 1941, launched 11 January 1942 and completed 31 August 1942 (USC&GSS: U.S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Ship)
^Rear Admiral Harold J. Seaborg, NOAA (Ret.). "Pathfinder - The Chronicle Of A Survey Ship". NOAA History. National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). Retrieved 15 January 2012.