Would never wish to disagree with Northeast but I believe she did have the reputation of being the ugliest vessel in the Navy. A combination of the overly high bridge structure (to accommodate a hanger that was never used), the gap between the bridge and the funnels and the uneven funnels themselves. As Hornbeam says the hull was fine.
This is another photo from HHH Kevin showing her nearing completion.
- Photo courtesy of Kevin Blair.