Vessel Profile

Burton Island (U.S.C.G.S.)

Burton Island (U.S.C.G.S.)
Photo: www.Navsource.org. Photo contributed by Richard Miller

Story

This icebreaker was built in 1946 by Western Pipe & Steel Co., San Francisco CA in South San Francisco, CA.

Historical Notes

In 1980 this vessel was reported to have been broken up.

Owners & Masters

In 1946-1966 she was owned by the United States Navy.

In 1966-1980 she was owned by the united States Coast Guard.

Continue your research

Related on Nauticapedia

Help preserve BC's maritime heritage

Donate

Support the Nauticapedia Project

Help preserve BC's maritime heritage for future generations — digitizing records, restoring photographs, and expanding our vessel collection.

Make a Donation