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The River Willow Riverboat

Four Bears Casino Boat — “The River Willow”

General Characteristics

Specification Details
Length Overall 79′-0″
Length at Waterline 78′-0″
Beam (Molded) 30′-0″
Depth at Side, Amidships (to Keel) 9′-6″
Depth at Side, Amidships (Inside Hull) 9′-0″
Draft Amidships (Keel) 5′-6″
Maximum Speed 10 knots
Air Draft 35′
Passenger Capacity 150

 

Project Overview

“The River Willow” is a casino vessel built in accordance with USCG 46 CFR Subchapter T requirements for operation on Lake Sakakawea, a Missouri River reservoir near New Town, North Dakota. Because the vessel’s dimensions prevented conventional over-the-road transport, Lake Assault developed a modular construction strategy. The steel hull, steel main-deck superstructure, steel 01-deck superstructure, and aluminum 02-deck superstructure and hardtop canopy were fabricated as full-length, half-breadth modules suitable for highway transportation to the launch site. Lake Assault personnel and trade partners assembled the modules on transportation and alignment fixtures before final painting, outfitting, and crane launch.

Leadership Perspectives: Executive Testimonials at Lake Assault Boats

At Lake Assault Boats, we build for the mission because we know who is on board—your mission is our blueprint. From first responders and law enforcement to the U.S. Armed Forces, our custom aluminum vessels are engineered to the highest standards of safety and durability. Tested on the unforgiving waters of Lake Superior, every boat we deliver is as tough as the people who use them.

Nick Hickey
Vice President of New Construction

Lake Assault is known across the globe for the strength and quality of our builds. This commitment to our customers is demonstrated every day around the world, from The Rivers of Vietnam and the Middle East to the shores of Chesapeake Bay and beyond. No matter if you need a new fire, police, or work boat or even just modifications or repairs to your existing fleet, Lake Assault Boats, has the skills, capabilities, and resources to meet your needs anywhere, anytime. When it comes to Waterflow management for Firefighting, Lake Assault is the “GO-TO” in the industry! No one understands your needs better than Lake Assault.

Bob Beck
Global Director of Sales

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