Battleship Texas relocated in Galveston as it enters next phase of repairs

GALVESTON, Texas (KTRK) -- Battleship Texas is getting closer to being restored.

Tug boats pulled the iconic ship Thursday morning to Pier A from Pier D at Gulf Copper Dry Dock & Rig Repair in Galveston.

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Battleship Texas had been drydocked since August 2022. During that time, crews replaced over 700 tons of steel, painted the hull, and performed quality control checks.

The move is for the next step in its restoration process.

Since 2022, nearly 300,000 man-hours have been spent replacing 700 tons of steel, painting the hull, and restoring and replacing anti-aircraft guns, among other repairs.

The Battleship Texas returned to the water just six months ago. Officials said spectator boats and pedestrians will not be allowed at the site or in the water.

The iconic ship served in both WWI and WWII and was called the San Jacinto Battleground State Historic Site home for over 70 years.

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For $20,000 a month plus another 1.2M in the event of extreme weather.