Link: https://www.myballard.com/2026/10/16/derelict-ship-albert-faces-removal-from-ballard-pier/

The derelict and abandoned ship Albert is facing removal and deconstruction if the owner doesn't respond by Oct. 21.

Six. Years. that we haven’t been able to use the public dock because this ship has been illegally moored there. It should’ve been towed after like 72 hours

The 112-foot-long Albert has been illegally docked at the 24th Ave NW street end pier for six years. Earlier this year, Seattle City Attorney Erika Evans successfully pursued legal action against Albert‘s owner, and the court imposed civil penalties totaling $185,500 in June. The judge also ordered that the owner pay an additional $500 per day until the vessel was removed.