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KIMBERLY-JO
KIMBERLY-JO is a 1973 towing vessel. The Coast Guard has recorded 12 inspections since 1997, most recently in April 2026, along with 45 deficiencies.
Records from 1997 to 2026. Most recent: inspection, 10 April 2026.
- Built
- 1973
- Last inspected
- 10 April 2026
- Documentation
- Valid · documentation file of 10 September 2026
- Deficiencies
- 45 recorded · 0 without a recorded resolution
- Controls
- None recorded without a removal date
Identity
546847
WDN4126
120246
Flag
UNITED STATES
367314230, 368278130
Maury page id
psix-120246
Inspections, by type
…with no type recorded3
Years with a record
7 calendar years (1997–2026)
The 12 inspections in the strip above, split by the kind of activity the US
Coast Guard recorded. Years with a record are calendar years in which a record exists, not
years in service. What Maury does not do.
Coast Guard record current through 13 September 2026, retrieved 18 September 2026 from PSIX. Every field on this page was recorded by the Coast Guard. Records for the Towing Vessel class in Maury's sources begin in 1980.
Documentation record
Registered dimensions (L × B × D)48.2 ft × 14.0 ft × 5.6 ft
Registered tonnagegross 31 / net 21
ITC dimensions (L × B × D)Not recorded
ITC tonnageNot recorded
BuilderMCLEAN CONTRACTING CO. · NORFOLK, VA, UNITED STATES · built 1973
Hull materialSteel
PropulsionDiesel Reduction
Hull shapeNot recorded
Hull configurationNot recorded
Hailing portBALTIMORE, MD
Trade endorsementsCoastwise, unrestricted
DocumentationValid · issued 16 December 2025 · expires 31 December 2026
Service, as the file records itTowing Vessel
Hull formpowered (Maury's inference from propulsion, hull shape, material and length, rule hf-1; not a recorded fact)
Tonnage as PSIX records it21 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Net Ton
31 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Gross Ton
31 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Gross 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.
Radio station licence
WDN4126MMSI 368278130 · active · compulsorily equipped · granted 21 September 2022, expires 21 September 2032 · licensed under a name not among this hull’s recorded names (not shown)
WBP2582MMSI 367314230 · active · compulsorily equipped · granted 9 August 2017, expires 20 October 2027 · licensed under a name not among this hull’s recorded names (not shown)
FCC Universal Licensing System ship-station file of 6 September 2026, matched to this hull on its
US Official Number. Status and dates are the file’s own. The licensee is not read from the file and is not shown.
A lapsed licence’s MMSI is still the number the vessel transmitted under while it was valid.
Inspection history · 12
10 April 2026
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Maryland-National Capital Region · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 8345797
23 October 2025
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Maryland-National Capital Region · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 8257608
28 March 2025
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Maryland-National Capital Region · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 8101081
1 May 2024
Drydock Exam · Internal Structural Exam
Physical examination · Sector Maryland-National Capital Region · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7904633
7 February 2024
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Maryland-National Capital Region · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7862163
2 January 2024
Drydock Extension
Administrative · Sector Maryland-National Capital Region · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7861415
17 January 2023
Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Maryland-National Capital Region · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7622588
26 October 2022
Initial Certification
Physical examination · Sector Maryland-National Capital Region · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7580951
8 July 1999
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO WILMINGTON · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 721384
20 June 1999
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO WILMINGTON · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 430468
23 October 1997
Uninspected Towing Vessel
Physical examination · MSO HAMPTON ROADS · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 786385
3 September 1997
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO HAMPTON ROADS · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 1108229
Deficiency record · 45
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 28 March 2025
Resolved
A towing vessel of at least 26 feet, but less than 79 feet, in length must carry a minimum of two lifebuoys located on opposite sides of the vessel where personnel are normally present. Lifebuoys must be at least 610 millimeters (24 inches) in diameter. Port side lifebuoy is no longer serviceable.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 28 March 2025
Resolved
The connections of flexible cable plugs and socket outlets must be designed to prevent unintended separation. MI found one disconnected wire in starboard side of the engine room and above port tank above engine space.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Operation of machinery
Issued 28 March 2025
Resolved
Machinery and electrical systems must be designed and maintained to provide for safe operation of the towing vessel and safety of persons onboard under normal and emergency conditions. Coolant leak found on starboard engine on lube oil cooler line.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 28 March 2025
Resolved
Each lifebuoy on a towing vessel must: Be marked in block capital letters with the name of the vessel. All lifebouys onboard where not marked with vessel name.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 28 March 2025
Resolved
Machinery and electrical systems must be designed and maintained to provide for safe operation of the towing vessel and safety of persons onboard under normal and emergency conditions. Excessive movement of starboard rudder post in rudder sleeve found while testing steering.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Stowage and provision of liferafts
Issued 7 February 2024
Resolved
11110 - Towing vessels on Lakes, Bays, and Sounds routes operating in cold water must have Inflatable Liferaft with SOLAS B Pack (160.151) for 100% crew. There was no Lifraft onboard at the time of Inspection.
46 CFR Table 141.305
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 7 February 2024
Resolved
11117 - If a towing vessel carries only one lifebuoy, the lifebuoy must be fitted with a floating electric water light approved under approval series 161.010 or 160.110, unless the towing vessel is limited to daytime operation, in which case no floating electric water light is required. The water light must be attached by the lanyard with a corrosion-resistant clip to allow the water light to be quickly disconnected from the lifebuoy. The clip must have a strength of at least 22.7 kilograms (50 pounds). The electric water light was inoperable.
46 CFR 141.360(3)
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Oil accumulation in engine room
Issued 7 February 2024
Resolved
07126 - All bilges and void spaces are kept free from accumulation of combustible and flammable materials and liquids insofar as practicable. There was an excess of oil in the bilge.
46 CFR142.220(a)
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 7 February 2024
Resolved
09209 - Electrical systems and equipment must function properly and minimize system failures and fire and shock hazards. There was dead end wires with conductor exposed on starting batteries.
46CFR143.400(a)
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 7 February 2024
Resolved
13199 - Machinery and electrical systems must be designed and maintained to provide for safe operation of the towing vessel and safety of persons onboard under normal and emergency conditions. They high water alarm float switch was not secured to the vessel.
46CFR143.205(a)
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 7 February 2024
Resolved
13199 - Machinery and electrical systems must be designed and maintained to provide for safe operation of the towing vessel and safety of persons onboard under normal and emergency conditions. The conductors from the battery to the engine starters (Port and Starboard) were laying in bilge water.
46CFR143.205(a)
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Distress flares
Issued 7 February 2024
Resolved
11116 - A portable watertight container carried at the operating station. Portable watertight containers for pyrotechnic distress signals must be of a bright color and must be clearly marked in legible contrasting letters at least 12.7 millimeters (0.5 inches) high with “DISTRESS SIGNALS". The storage container was not labeled.
46CFR141.375(e)(1)
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 7 February 2024
Resolved
13199 - Machinery systems must be designed and maintained to provide for safe operation of the towing vessel and safety of persons onboard under normal and emergency conditions. The port and starboard shafts were both leaking, the starboard with a continuous stream and the port with a continuous drip. The packing needs to be tightened.
46 CFR 143.205(a)
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Structural condition)
Issued 7 February 2024
Resolved
02199 - The name of the vessel must be marked on some clearly visible exterior part of the port and starboard bow and the stern of the vessel. The name of the vessel marked on the port and starboard sides does not match the documented name of the vessel.
46 CFR 144.160(a)
46 CFR 67.123(a)
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Protection machinery
Issued 17 January 2023
Resolved
Piping and machinery components that exceed 220 °C (428 °F), including fittings, flanges, valves, exhaust manifolds, and turbochargers, must be insulated. Lagging was missing on port Engine exhaust manifolds.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Closing devices/watertight doors
Issued 17 January 2023
Resolved
Closure devices must be provided for deckhouse or hull penetrations, which open to the exterior of the vessel and which may allow water to enter the vessel. These devices must be suitable for the expected route. An unused thru hull in Engine room found with improper capping device
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 17 January 2023
Resolved
Machinery and electrical systems must be designed and maintained to provide for safe operation of the towing vessel and safety of persons onboard under normal and emergency conditions. Vessels rudder arm was found to be loose. Rectify by next Drydock (31 Jan 2024)
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Beams, frames, floors-corrosion
Issued 17 January 2023
Resolved
An internal structural examination required by this part may be conducted while the vessel is afloat or while it is out of the water. It consists of a complete examination of the vessel's main strength members, including the major internal framing, the hull plating and planking. During inspection, crack was found in aft starboard frame in the engine compartment. Repairs to be made by next Drydock (01/31/2024)
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Steering gear
Issued 26 October 2022
Resolved
Machinery must be designed and maintained to provide for safe operation of the towing vessel and safety of persons onboard under normal and emergency conditions.
Hydraulic hose for steering pump spraying hydraulic fluid when the steering is tested.
Hydraulic fluid leaks on bottom of hydraulic tank.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Rudder angle indicator
Issued 26 October 2022
Resolved
Each towing vessel must have a means to monitor the rudder angle at each operating station.
Rudder angle indicator at wheelhouse does not move from zero degrees when the rudder is moved port or starboard.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Magnetic compass
Issued 26 October 2022
Resolved
Towing vessels must be equipped with an illuminated magnetic compass readable from each operating station.
Magnetic compass has no illumination.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire-dampers
Issued 26 October 2022
Resolved
Means must be provided for closing, in case of a fire,
each ventilation servicing a machinery space.
The two natural ventilation ducts/piping for the engine room cannot be closed, secured, or covered.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Remote Means of control (opening,pumps,ventilation,etc.) Machinery spaces
Issued 26 October 2022
Resolved
To stop the flow of fuel in the event of a fire or break in the fuel line, a remote fuel shutoff valve must be fitted. The valve must be operable from a safe place outside the space where the valve is installed. Each remote valve control must be marked in clearly legible letters, at least 1 inch high, indicating the purpose of the valve and the way to operate it.
Remote fuel shutdown pull cable does not fully shut the ball valve, and control location is missing the label.
08 - Alarms › N/A - No Subsystem › Steering gear alarm
Issued 26 October 2022
Resolved
The following alarms must be provided: (5) high bilge levels; (6) low hydraulic steering fluid levels. Alarms must be visible and audible at each operating station.
Vessel does not have high bilge level alarms or low hydraulic steering fluid level alarm at the wheelhouse.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Automatic Identification System (AIS)
Issued 26 October 2022
Resolved
The following vessels must have on board a properly installed, operational Coast Guard type-approved AIS Class A device: a towing vessel of 26 feet or more in length and more than 600 horsepower, engaged in commercial service.
AIS is currently programmed for a different vessel (W.B.
21). Program with vessel particulars for current vessel.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Doors
Issued 26 October 2022
Resolved
The master must ensure that all hatches, doors, and other openings designed to be watertight or weathertight function properly. Each watertight door and watertight hatch must be marked on both sides in clearly legible letters at least 1 inch high: “WATERTIGHT DOOR – KEEP CLOSED”.
WTD for engine room is missing a label and multiple dogs are missing on the interior; will not fully close+seal.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Manholes/flush scuttles
Issued 26 October 2022
Resolved
The inspection for certification will ensure that the vessel is in satisfactory condition and fit for the service for which it is intended. The inspection will include inspections of the structure.
Hatch covers on deck for front void spaces/compartments are seized and cannot be opened. Open covers to allow for visual inspection by the attending CG Marine Inspector.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Decks - corrosion
Issued 26 October 2022
Resolved
Decks designed to be watertight must be maintained in that condition.
Bitt on aft main deck, center, is wasted through/holed
in multiple spots, allowing for downflooding into the
engine room.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Railing, gangway, walkway and means for safe passage
Issued 26 October 2022
Resolved
Rails or equivalent protection must be installed near the periphery of all decks accessible to crew. Equivalent protection may include lifelines, wire ropes, chains, and bulwarks that provide strength and support equivalent to fixed rails.
No rails or equivalent protection are currently installed near the periphery of the decks forward of the pilothouse.
*Prior to installation, provide a written proposal to the OCMI.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Lighting (Working spaces)
Issued 26 October 2022
Resolved
Emergency lighting must be provided for all internal crew working and living areas. Emergency lighting must provide sufficient illumination under emergency conditions to facilitate egress from each space and meet the requirements in either sub-section (1) or (2).
No functional e-lights in the machinery space.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Lights, shapes, sound-signals
Issued 26 October 2022
Resolved
Each towing vessel must be equipped with navigation lights and shapes in accordance with 33 CFR part 84 as appropriate for its area of operations.
The following items are noted with respect to the navigation lights and shapes:
-Stern light is inop.
-Upper of two masthead lights bracket is bent up, so installation does not provide correct vertical sector of visibility.
-No light arrangements fitted for Not Under Command and Restricted in Ability to Maneuver lights.
-No dayshapes provided for anchoring, Not Under Command, or Restricted in Ability to Maneuver.
18 - Maritime Labour Convention (Not Applicable to PSC Exams conducted in the U.S.) › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Conditions of employment)
Issued 26 October 2022
Resolved
The marine employer shall ensure that all persons directly involved in a serious marine incident are chemically tested for evidence of dangerous drugs and alcohol in accordance with the requirements. The marine employer must have a sufficient number of alcohol testing devices readily accessible on board to determine the presence of alcohol in the system of each individual who was directly involved in the SMI.
No alcohol test strips or other similar device for
carrying out alcohol testing available onboard.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifejackets incl. provision and disposition
Issued 26 October 2022
Resolved
Each lifejacket must be marked in block capital letters with the name of the vessel and must have a lifejacket light approved under approval series 161.012 or 161.112 securely attached to the front shoulder area of the lifejacket.
Lifejackets (4) are missing lights and need to be labeled with the vessel’s name.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Immersion suits
Issued 26 October 2022
Resolved
Immersion suits carried on towing vessels must meet the requirements of 199.70 (c) and (d) of this chapter. Each immersion suit must have a lifejacket light approved under approval series 161.112 securely attached to the front shoulder area of the immersion suit. Each immersion suit must be marked in such a way as to identify the person or vessel to which it belongs.
Immersion suits (4) are missing lights and need to be labeled with the vessel’s name.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifejackets incl. provision and disposition
Issued 26 October 2022
Resolved
All lifejacket containers must be marked in block capital letters and numbers with the minimum quantity and identity. Each immersion suit container must be marked in block capital letters and numbers with the quantity and identity of the equipment stored inside.
Lifejacket and immersion suit storage box needs labeled.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 26 October 2022
Resolved
A towing vessel of 26-78 feet in length must carry a minimum of 2 lifebuoys located on opposite sides of the vessel where personnel are normally present. Lifebuoys must be at least 24 inches in diameter. Each lifebuoy on a towing vessel must meet the requirements in (b) – (d).
The following issues noted with the ring buoy arrangement:
-Only one ring buoy of at least 24 inches currently onboard.
-Ring buoys needs to be properly mounted.
-Ring buoys need to be properly labeled.
-Both ring buoys will need proper lights with 3-6 ft lanyard and quick-release clip.
08 - Alarms › N/A - No Subsystem › General alarm
Issued 26 October 2022
Resolved
Each towing vessel must be equipped with a general alarm that has installed, in the engine room, a supplemental flashing red light that is identified with a sign that reads “Attention General Alarm – When Alarm Sounds or Flashes Go to Your Station”.
Flashing red light for general alarm in engine room is inop and missing the sign.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire detection and alarm system
Issued 26 October 2022
Resolved
The design of the fire detection system and its installation on the towing vessel must be certified and inspected by a registered professional engineer, NICET Level IV technician, or authorized classification society. The system must draw power from two sources.
No certification letter for fire detection system, and missing backup batteries/second source of power.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 26 October 2022
Resolved
Electrical systems and equipment must function properly and minimize system failures and fire and shock hazards.
Multiple exposed and inoperable light fixtures in the engine room. Repair or remove.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › USCG Certificate of Documentation (COD)
Issued 26 October 2022
Resolved
The hull of each documented vessel must be marked as required by part 67 of this chapter. For vessels having a square bow, the name of the vessel must be marked on some clearly visible exterior part of the bow in a manner to avoid obliteration. The name and hailing port must be marked on some clearly visible exterior part of the stern.
The vessel name on the currently valid COD (W.B. 22)
does not correspond with the name marked on vessel
(KIMBERLY JO), and hailing port is not marked on vessel.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 26 October 2022
Resolved
Piping and machinery components that exceed 428°F must be insulated.
Exhaust piping on main deck, starboard side, needs lagging between from where it exits the machinery space to where the guard/grating begins.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (load lines)
Issued 26 October 2022
Resolved
Decks and bulkheads designed to be watertight must be maintained in that condition.
Rudder angle indicator wiring that passes through the watertight bulkhead needs to be properly sealed.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Gauges, thermometers, etc
Issued 26 October 2022
Resolved
The following systems must be equipped with gauges at the machinery location: (5) hydraulic steering fluid pressure, if the vessel is equipped with hydraulic steering systems.
The hydraulic steering system does not have a fluid pressure gauge at the machinery location.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Bulkhead -corrosion
Issued 26 October 2022
Resolved
Decks and bulkheads designed to be watertight must be maintained in that condition.
Access cover on engine room aft transverse bulkhead,
port side, missing several bolts.
05 - Radio Communications › N/A - No Subsystem › VHF radio installation
Issued 26 October 2022
Resolved
When using DSC techniques, ship stations must use a MMSI assigned by the Commission.
VHF radio not programmed with current MMSI number, as listed on FCC Station License.
Ownership record
The Coast Guard's documentation record for this hull -- the Abstract of Title,
with its owners and liens as filed -- is not in PSIX. Ask, and Maury buys it from the National
Vessel Documentation Center, files it here with its date, and every reader of this page gets it.