Source: Container ship M/V EVERREACH

Release: Estimated at 12,500 gallons of #6 fuel oil.

Primary Injury:

The Trustees evaluated the potential for injuries to birds, aquatic fauna (e.g., fishery species such as finfish, blue crabs, shrimp and other invertebrates), a variety of shoreline habitats, and for losses of four types of recreational uses of area resources. The focus on these resources and services was based on the data and other information collected as part of pre-assessment activities, including input from local, state and federal government officials, the Responsible Party, and other experts knowledgeable about the affected environment.

As a result of this evaluation, the Trustees determined the spill caused injuries to birds and shoreline habitats, and disrupted recreational shrimpbaiting and shellfishing activities. These injuries and losses have been quantified. That information provides the foundation for development of a restoration plan appropriate to compensate for these losses.

• Resources Evaluated for Potential Ecological Injuries.
  • Birds
  • Aquatic Fauna
  • Salt Marsh (Vegetated Shoreline)
  • Non-vegetated Shorelines
  • Oyster Reef
  • Man-made Structures

• Human Resource Uses Evaluated for Potential Losses
  • Recreation Shrimp-baiting
  • Recreational Shellfishing
  • Recreational Boating
  • Beach Use

Marsh near Fort Johnson, South Carolina in Charleston Harbor oiled as a result of the M/V EVERREACH Oil Spill.