The Elwha and Klahowya both were built in the mid-20th century and each was retired from service within the past decade.
SEATTLE — Two boats that served as Washington State Ferries (WSF) vessels for over 50 years are headed to a South American country after a recent sale.
WSF announced Friday that the Elwha and Klahowya were each sold to a businessman. Each boat was sold for $100,000.
Per Friday’s release, the new owner plans to tow the ferries to a “clean, green steel mill facility” in Ecuador for recycling. WSF says both vessels are certified to be free of hazardous materials.
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