The article deals with the question, "Would Noah's Ark survive the cataclysmic forces of a world-wide flood?" The procedure followed is that which is followed by naval architects in modern ship design. Initially the weight and contents of the ark are evaluated. Then, by way of calculations, the ability of the ark to remain upright in high winds (up to three times hurricane force) is investigated. The results of these calculations are evaluated on the basis of modern practice, including the U.S. Coast Guard Regulations. The conclusion drawn from the investigation is that the ark was extremely stable, well able to withstand the forces hurled against it in the flood.