More photographs of the raising of the El Dorado

More photographs of the raising of the El Dorado, a 50-foot wooden boat that sank at Friday Harbor Marina’s breakwater dock.

Top photo: The shadow of the El Dorado is visible beneath the surface. The boat’s portside lines tied to the dock’s bullrails kept it from sinking the entire 50-foot depth.

Second photo: Les Soland of Vessel Assist directs the raising from behind the controls of a crane.

Third photo: Divers discuss the process for placing straps around the hull so the vessel can be stabilized.

Bottom photo: Absorbent pads soak up diesel that is leaking from the boat.