Records from 2014 to 2026. Most recent: inspection, 23 February 2026.
Documentation record
Registered dimensions (L × B × D)47.0 ft × 17.0 ft × 8.5 ft
Registered tonnagegross 45 / net 36
ITC dimensions (L × B × D)Not recorded
ITC tonnageNot recorded
BuilderB & T WELDING LLC · BOOTHVILLE, LA, UNITED STATES · built 2012
Hull materialAluminum
PropulsionDiesel Reduction
Hull shapeShip
Hull configurationMonohull
Hailing portNEW ORLEANS, LA
Trade endorsementsCoastwise, unrestricted
DocumentationValid · issued 30 December 2025 · expires 31 January 2027
Service, as the file records itPassenger (Inspected)
Hull formpowered (Maury's inference from propulsion, hull shape, material and length, rule hf-1; not a recorded fact)
Tonnage as PSIX records it45 - Simplified, Gross Ton
36 - Simplified, Net Ton
Every line above is a field of the National Vessel Documentation Center's file as served by NOAA Fisheries, dated 10 September 2026, matched to this hull on its Official Number. Registered and ITC measurements are two systems and are never combined. One snapshot is held so far; documentation history begins with the next.
Inspection history · 17
23 February 2026
Annual Inspection · Internal Structural Exam
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8302295
6 March 2025
Internal Structural Exam · Annual Inspection · Administrative Inspection · Simplified Stability Test
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8090169
29 April 2024
Internal Structural Exam · Drydock Exam · Examination of Repairs
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7903414
22 April 2024
Administrative Inspection · Examination of Repairs
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7899647
29 March 2024
Annual Inspection · Internal Structural Exam
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7871460
28 January 2023
Administrative Inspection · Examination of Repairs
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7628348
30 December 2022
COI Inspection
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7605140
28 January 2022
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7381807
10 February 2021
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7138759
18 February 2020
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6900526
16 July 2019
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6736934
30 January 2019
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6617630
13 January 2019
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6649597
5 December 2017
COI Inspection · Drydock Exam
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6318822
14 March 2017
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6102570
3 March 2016
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 5825288
20 March 2014
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4814043
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 22 April 2024
Resolved
On a vessel of at least 7.9 meters (26 feet) in length, a visual and audible alarm must be provided at the operating station to indicate a high water level in each space with a through-hull fitting below the deepest load waterline, such as a lazarette. While operating, the high water level alarm for the lazarette was plugged with paper towels in order to muffle a faulty nuisance alarm. The operator stated it was alarming despite no water in the bilge. Ensure proper operation of the high water bilge alarm prior to operations.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Due 23 April 2024
Resolved 23 April 2024
Resolution: Vessel repaired bilge alarm system in lazarette to satisfaction of attending marine inspector.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 29 March 2024
Resolved
Exhaust gas must not leak from the piping or any connections. Marine Inspector identified a crack and exhaust leak on the port main engine wet exhaust. Repair to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector.
46 CFR 182.430
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Resolved 29 March 2024
Resolution: Vessel rep provided photgraphic proof of repairs to satisfaction of marine inspector.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Beams, frames, floors-op. damage
Issued 29 March 2024
Resolved
A vessel must comply with the structural design requirements of one of the standards for aluminum hull vessels. Cracks were observed on transverse frame member in lazarette space. Repair to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector.
46 CFR 177.300 (d)
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 29 March 2024
Resolution: Vessel rep provided photgraphic proof of repairs to satisfaction of marine inspector.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 29 March 2024
Resolved
All cable and wire must be installed with metal supports spaced not more than 610 millimeters (24 inches) apart, and in such a manner as to avoid chafing and other damage. The use of plastic tie wraps must be limited to bundling or retention of multiple cable installations, and not used as a means of support. Observed starboard engine power cable supported by plastic wire ties. Install with metal cable supports to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector.
46 CFR 183.340(b)(4)
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 29 March 2024
Resolution: Vessel rep provided photgraphic proof of repairs to satisfaction of marine inspector.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Wheelhouse -door -window
Issued 28 January 2023
Resolved
A vessel is inspected for compliance with the standards required by this subchapter. Machinery, equipment, materials, and arrangements not covered by standards in this subchapter may may be inspected in accordance with standards acceptable to the cognizant OCMI as good marine practice. Post allision by the ITV UNCLE BLUE damages to the deck house to include doors, bulkheads and appendages were damaged. Owner/operator is required to provide MI repair plans and request repair check once complete.
46CFR176.800
705c.
Condition: Damaged By Earlier Event
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 28 January 2023
Resolved 9 March 2023
Resolution: Verified all repairs in accordance with vessel repair plan. Conducted NDT water lance on new installed insert and found satisfactory.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Structural condition)
Issued 28 January 2023
Resolved
Except as otherwise provided in this section, rails or equivalent protection must be installed near the periphery of all decks of a vessel accessible to passengers or crew. Post allision by the ITV UNCLE BLUE damages to the deck house and pilot ladder rails were identified. Owner/operator is required to provide MI repair plans and request repair check once complete.
46CFR177.900
705c.
Condition: Damaged By Earlier Event
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 28 January 2023
Resolved 9 March 2023
Resolution: Verified repairs of hand rails, deck house, and pilot ladder rails. All new renewed sections found satisfactory and in accordance with vessel repair plan.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Hull damage impairing seaworthiness
Issued 1 February 2019
Resolved
Vessel sustained significant damage to bow during collision with barge reported on 13 Jan 2019. Damage includes PORT and STBD bow bottom plates, keel, vertical stiffeners, section of collision bulkhead, PORT and STBD side plate, and bilge pump pipe. Vessel restricted from operations until repairs have been conducted and tested to satisfaction of marine inspector. In addition to repairs of hull plating, provide proof that engine mounts and mounting frames are operationally and structurally sound, perform shaft alignment, and provide proof that vessel is checked for fairness and meets ABS rules.
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Resolved 25 June 2019
Resolution: Conducted satisfactory NDT of weld repairs.
Engineering › Diesel Engine (propulsion-direct drive) › Exhaust Manifold
Issued 14 March 2017
Resolved
Port side engine's wet exhaust discharge side had wasted weld causing a leak.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 14 March 2017
Resolved 14 March 2017
Resolution: Vessel operators grinded back and re-welded exhaust manifold. Retested engine to ensure no leak was observed.
Navigation › Piloting/Steering › Coast Guard Light List
Issued 14 March 2017
Resolved
Vessel is not maintaining an up to date light list.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 21 March 2017
Resolved 14 March 2017
Resolution: Vessel operator printed out updated light list for area of operation from www.navcen.uscg.mil
Engineering › Shafting/Propeller Arrangements › Stern Tube Lubrication/Sealing
Issued 3 March 2016
Resolved
P/S packing glads leaking excessively. Owner repacked both P/S packing glands and conducted operational test on the spot to satisfaction of attending MI.
Due 4 March 2016
Resolved 3 March 2016
Resolution: Owner repacked both P/S packing glands and conducted operational test to satisfaction of attending MI.