Leaks have been fixed on the retired Battleship Texas and the historic site reopens Saturday after nearly a week closed for repairs.
The Texas Parks & Wildlife Department on Friday announced divers finished patching the hull of the ship berthed at La Porte, east of Houston.
Water has been pumped from the 103-year-old vessel, which was closed to visitors since Sunday.
Maintenance crews first noticed leaks. Divers located several holes about 15 feet below the waterline, on the starboard side.
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The Battleship Texas at one point was listing 8 degrees, but parks officials say it's now back to its normal tilt of just under 2 degrees.
Periodic leaks have plagued the ship since 2010.
Visitors are welcome again on the Battleship Texas starting at 10 a.m. Saturday.
