The Economic Times

In 1983, Delawares former tanker was built for a life at sea carrying oil. 43 years later, the vessel was deliberately sunk off Delawares coast, beginning a second life as an artificial reef for marine species

The Calcasieu Pass vessel, constructed in 1982 for oil operations, has made a remarkable transition to become a key component of Delaware's artificial reef ecosystem. Initially serving in the menhaden fishing fleet, this vessel's end-of-life has been embraced through a thoughtful conversion process, funded federally.