Historic SS United States Faces New Delays in Final Journey to Become World’s Largest Artificial Reef

The SS United States, America’s most iconic ocean liner, has encountered another setback in its planned departure from Philadelphia, where the vessel has been docked since 1996.

The U.S. Coast Guard has requested additional details to ensure safe towing operations between Piers 82 and 80, postponing the ship’s February 8th departure. The initial pier transfer—originally planned for November—had been rescheduled for February 6 at 8:21 p.m. during the second high tide.

The historic vessel is destined for Mobile, Alabama, where it will undergo a 12-month environmental remediation p…