The USS Accomac (YTB-812) was a Natick-class large harbor tug constructed for the United States Navy, primarily serving in the Pacific Northwest. As a Natick-class vessel, she was designed for harbor tug duties, providing essential towing and maneuvering support within naval bases and harbor areas. Accomac was named after Accomac, Virginia, aligning with the Navy's tradition of naming tugs after Native American tribes and geographic locations. Her construction was initiated with the awarding of the contract on June 22, 1970. The vessel was laid down on January 12, 1971, at Peterson Builders in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin. Following her construction, Accomac was launched on June 8, 1971, and delivered to the Navy on November 17, 1971. She was placed in active service during December of that year, marking the beginning of her operational career. Throughout her service, USS Accomac was assigned to the 12th Naval District, where she performed harbor tug duties primarily with Naval Region Northwest. Her role involved assisting larger ships in docking and undocking, towing operations, and general harbor support, which are vital functions ensuring the safe and efficient movement of naval vessels within the harbor environment. The vessel remained in service until she was stricken from the Navy List on March 23, 2012. After decommissioning, ex-Accomac was awaiting disposal. Her service life spanned over four decades, highlighting her role as a reliable and essential support vessel within the Navy’s harbor operations. The USS Accomac exemplifies the critical support functions performed by large harbor tugs in maintaining naval readiness and operational efficiency.

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