USS Oak Ridge (ARDM-1)

USS Oak Ridge (ARDM-1) is a floating dry dock that was commissioned by the United States Navy in 1944. Originally constructed to provide repair and maintenance services for submarines and small vessels during World War II, Oak Ridge played a crucial role in supporting naval operations in the Pacific Theater. After the war, the dry dock continued its service, supporting both conventional and nuclear submarines during the Cold War era. Over the decades, USS Oak Ridge underwent several upgrades and remained an essential asset in the Navy's submarine support fleet until its decommissioning in 2023.