Records from 1995 to 2023. Most recent: inspection, 8 November 2023.
Inspection history · 71
8 November 2023
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7822094
16 May 2023
Damage Survey
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7689961
16 May 2023
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7694360
10 February 2023
Damage Survey · Deficiency Check · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7635107
9 February 2023
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7634989
21 November 2022
Administrative Inspection · Damage Survey
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7598377
21 November 2022
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7608153
18 October 2022
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7580669
20 August 2022
Damage Survey
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7538582
19 August 2022
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7558680
11 May 2022
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7448593
10 May 2022
Administrative Inspection · Damage Survey
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7448384
26 April 2022
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7438737
1 April 2022
Administrative Inspection · Damage Survey
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7424132
1 April 2022
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7528405
6 March 2022
Damage Survey · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7407095
3 January 2022
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7396162
14 December 2021
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7368081
5 November 2021
Administrative Inspection · Deficiency Check · Damage Survey
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7345872
4 November 2021
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7389426
11 July 2021
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7276101
28 June 2021
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7238108
21 May 2021
Administrative Inspection · Deficiency Check · Initial Certification
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7202726
30 October 2020
Damage Survey · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7087310
28 October 2020
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7106447
24 June 2020
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6992920
24 April 2020
Administrative Inspection · Damage Survey
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6943457
6 November 2018
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6575301
30 May 2017
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6174776
16 February 2016
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Paducah · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 5818502
21 September 2015
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 5822665
30 September 2014
MTSA Verification · MARPOL · Industry Initiated Exam
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4995884
15 September 2012
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4444083
26 August 2012
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4447910
27 May 2012
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4330036
23 December 2011
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4218172
22 June 2011
Industry Initiated Exam · MTSA Verification · MARPOL
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4055180
25 July 2010
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3808517
29 May 2010
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3756528
30 April 2010
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3729541
25 March 2010
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3705347
24 February 2010
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3688356
11 February 2010
Marine Casualty Follow Up · MTSA Verification · MARPOL
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3679125
8 December 2009
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3648441
2 November 2009
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3626418
23 October 2009
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3621792
22 October 2009
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3621815
30 July 2009
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3551584
28 June 2009
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3521038
1 June 2009
Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3499728
11 May 2009
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3474070
19 December 2006
MTSA Verification
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2842933
17 November 2006
MTSA Verification · Uninspected Other
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2822105
3 July 2006
Security Plan Amendment Review - ASP
Administrative · Marine Safety Center (MSC) · Activity 2699620
5 March 2006
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2819945
6 November 2004
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · MSO Paducah · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2238027
5 May 2003
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1788345
5 July 2001
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 763919
25 June 2001
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 198406
17 April 2001
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 139910
25 November 1999
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO MEMPHIS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 68213
25 October 1999
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO Paducah · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 26014
23 May 1999
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO NEW ORLEANS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 74794
18 December 1997
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO MEMPHIS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 64091
21 June 1997
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO PORT ARTHUR · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 711916
21 April 1997
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO PORT ARTHUR · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 205273
11 October 1995
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO PORT ARTHUR · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 64222
22 August 1995
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO HOUSTON/GALVESTON · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 711914
15 August 1995
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO HOUSTON/GALVESTON · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 711915
8 August 1995
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO HOUSTON/GALVESTON · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 128853
8 August 1995
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO HOUSTON/GALVESTON · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 381945
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 16 May 2023
Resolved
A vessel must be operated in accordance with applicable laws and regulations and in such a manner as to afford protection against hazards to life, property, and the environment. Vessel to conduct direct transit from MM185 on the Tombigbee River to Blakeley Boat Works. Vessel is restricted to transit during daylight hours only. An in-service inspection by the USCG will be required prior to the vessel being cleared.
Condition: Damaged By Earlier Event
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 25 May 2023
Resolution: Received satisfactory evidence of reapirs.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 10 February 2023
Resolved
Propulsion machinery, including main engines, reduction gears, shafting, bearings, and electrical equipment and systems, must be suitable for route and service. Vessel reported reduction of steering. Vessel may proceed lightship to Blakeley Boat Works for permanent repairs.
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 13 February 2023
Resolution: Repair report provided. Rudder replaced.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 10 February 2023
Resolved
Objective evidence attesting to root cause & satisfactory repair(s) IAW company TSMS must be submitted to local [name withheld] authorization of 835 clearance is required prior to being cleared.
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 13 February 2023
Resolution: Repair report provided. Rudder replaced.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 21 November 2022
Resolved
Propulsion machinery, including main engines, reduction gears, shafting, bearings, and electrical equipment and systems, must be suitable for route and service. Vessel reported a fire (extinguished) on the STBD M/E.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 22 November 2022
Resolved 21 November 2022
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 21 November 2022
Resolved
Company to provide objective evidence attesting to root cause & satisfactory repair/plan for repair. In addition company shall provide if there are any intentions for attendance or further actions to be taken IAW the TSMS. Vessel shall remain at its current location near MM 37 on the Mobile River until written authorization of 835 clearance prior to departure.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 22 November 2022
Resolved 21 November 2022
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Steering gear
Issued 5 November 2021
Resolved
The towing vessel [name withheld] lost is steering on the [name withheld] River at mm80. The towing vessel [name withheld] and it’s tow of eight barges will be pushed by the towing vessel yellow hammer down the Tombigbee River to the port of Mobile. The Yellow Hammer will drop the towing vessel [name withheld] off at Blakeley Boat Works in Mobile Alabama for repairs. The CG835 attached is written to ensure the towing vessel [name withheld] does not depart Blakeley Boat Works until the Coast Guard receives a tech report/TPO report regarding satisfactory repairs and satisfactory testing of the steering gear are complete. Please find attached the CG835V for the towing vessel [name withheld] review, sign, and send back to me at your earliest convenience.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 9 November 2021
Resolution: TPO report received clearing def.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire pumps and its pipes
Issued 16 July 2021
Resolved
A towing vessel fixed fire pump must be capable of delivering water simultaneously from the two highest hydrants at 50 psi or more. When both hydrants were energized, fire main pump pressure dropped below 20 PSI. Troubleshoot and repair fire main system to provide adequate pressure.
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 16 July 2021
Resolved 17 July 2021
Resolution: TPO Statement
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Pipes, wires (insulation)
Issued 16 July 2021
Resolved
Piping and machinery components that exceed 220 degrees celcius including fittings, flanges, valves, exhaust manifolds, and turbochargers, must be insulated. Starboard engine exhaust near manifold connection had lagging removed to investigate a possible exhaust leak. Replace lagging.
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 16 July 2021
Resolved 17 July 2021
Resolution: TPO Statement
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances
Issued 16 July 2021
Resolved
The frame or support of any semi-portable fire extinguisher fitted with wheels must be welded or otherwise permanently attached to a steel bulkhead or deck to prevent it from rolling under heavy sea condition. 160-B was not permanently secured. Secure 160-B in a permanent manner.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 30 July 2021
Resolved 17 July 2021
Resolution: TPO Statement
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 091 - Living Conditions › Other (crew and accommodation)
Issued 16 July 2021
Resolved
Machinery and electrical systems must be designed and maintained to provide for safe operation of the towing vessel and safety of persons on-board under normal and emergency conditions. Starboard generator fuel filter assembly body was made of clear plastic with no heat or impact shield. Use full metal filter assembly or install metal heat and impact shield.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 30 July 2021
Resolved 17 July 2021
Resolution: TPO Statement
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 30 October 2020
Resolved
Machinery and electrical systems must be designed and maintained to provide for safe operation. Vessel reported catastrophic failure of the port main engine, which resulted in a fire. Vessel shall make necessary repairs to port main engine to the satisfaction of the CG.
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 5 November 2020
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 24 April 2020
Resolved
Rudder stuck hard over, vessel cannot steer. Vessel must make permanent repairs to the rudder system to the satisfaction of the vessel's TPO. The TPO should notify the issuing OCMI that the item has been cleared within 72 hours of clearing the item.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 24 April 2020
Resolved 25 April 2020
Engineering › Fuel Oil Service System › Ventilation
Issued 17 November 2006
Resolved
Replace #2, #3, and #5 fuel vent flame screens as required by 46 CFR 27.211.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 17 December 2006
Resolved 18 December 2006
Resolution: I inspected the flame screens and found them to be satisfactory.
Engineering › Shafting/Propeller Arrangements › Stern Tube Lubrication/Sealing
Issued 17 November 2006
Resolved
Repair port engine shaft seal/packing.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 17 December 2006
Resolved 18 December 2006
Resolution: I inspected the shaft seal/packing gland and found it to be satisfactory and verified that the amount of water drippage was acceptable.
Fire Fighting › Fixed Fire Detection System › Heat Detectors
Issued 17 November 2006
Resolved
Provide evidence that the fire detection system was certified by a professional engineer and prove operation of fire detection system as required by 46 CFR 27.203.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 17 December 2006
Resolved 18 December 2006
Resolution: I witnessed a satisfactory test of the fire detection system and proof that the system is certified by a professional engineer.
Fire Fighting › Portable CO2 Fire Extinguisher › Mounting Bracket
Issued 17 November 2006
Resolved
Provide proper USCG approved brackets for all portable fire extinguishers as required by 46 CFR 27.203.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 17 December 2006
Resolved 18 December 2006
Resolution: I inspected all portable fire extinguishers and found them to be in the proper brackets.
Navigation
Issued 8 August 1995
Resolved
FOG BELL NOT ON BOARD VESSEL.
Condition: Unknown
Due 11 August 1995
Resolved 22 August 1995
Navigation
Issued 8 August 1995
Resolved
VESSEL DOESN'T HAVE MEANS OF MAKING EFFICIENT SOUND SIGNAL.
Condition: Unknown
Due 11 August 1995
Resolved 22 August 1995
Deck/Cargo
Issued 8 August 1995
Resolved
RECORDS REQUIRED FOR PERSON IN CHARGE AND TRANSFER HOSE INFORMATION NOT ON BOARD.
Condition: Unknown
Due 11 August 1995
Resolved 22 August 1995
Deck/Cargo
Issued 8 August 1995
Resolved
PERSON IN CHARGE NOT INSTRUCTED IN DUTIES AND FEDERAL LAWS AND REGULATIONS.
Condition: Unknown
Due 11 August 1995
Resolved 22 August 1995
Documentation
Issued 8 August 1995
Resolved
OIL TRANSFER PROCEDURES NOT ON BOARD.
Condition: Unknown
Due 11 August 1995
Resolved 22 August 1995
Fire Fighting
Issued 8 August 1995
Resolved
MINIMUM NUMBER OF PORTABLE FIRE EXTINGUISHERS NOT ON BOARD.
Condition: Unknown
Due 11 August 1995
Resolved 22 August 1995
Fire Fighting
Issued 8 August 1995
Resolved
METALIC OR MYLAR NAME PLATES NOT ATTACHED TO PORTABLE FIRE EXTINGUISHERS
Condition: Unknown
Due 11 August 1995
Resolved 22 August 1995
Navigation
Issued 8 August 1995
Resolved
NAVIGATION SIDE LIGHTS NOT OUTFITTED WITH BLACK SCREENS.
Condition: Unknown
Due 11 August 1995
Resolved 22 August 1995
Documentation
Issued 8 August 1995
Resolved
PROHIBITED DISCHARGE WARNING PLACARD NOT POSTED IN MACHINERY SPACE.
Condition: Unknown
Due 11 August 1995
Resolved 22 August 1995
Accommodation/Occupational Safety
Issued 8 August 1995
Resolved
MARPOL V PLACARD NOT POSTED ON BOARD VESSEL
Condition: Unknown
Due 11 August 1995
Resolved 22 August 1995
Navigation
Issued 8 August 1995
Resolved
INLAND NAVIGATION RULES NOT ON BOARD.
Condition: Unknown
Due 11 August 1995
Resolved 22 August 1995
Documentation
Issued 8 August 1995
Resolved
RADIO FCC STATION LICENSE NOT ON BOARD
Condition: Unknown
Due 11 August 1995
Resolved 22 August 1995
5 May 2003Major Marine Casualty · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · serious marine incident, as classified · activity 1788345
5 March 2006Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Investigation (non-casualty) · activity 2819945
28 June 2009Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 3521038
30 July 2009Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 3551584
22 October 2009Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · 1 injured · activity 3621815
23 October 2009Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · 1 injured · activity 3621792
8 December 2009Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 3648441
24 February 2010Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 3688356
25 March 2010Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 3705347
30 April 2010Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · serious marine incident, as classified · 1 injured · activity 3729541
29 May 2010Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · serious marine incident, as classified · 1 injured · activity 3756528
25 July 2010Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 3808517
23 December 2011Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 4218172
27 May 2012Routine · role: Transiting Vicinity of Primary Subject · activity 4330036
26 August 2012Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · 2 injured · activity 4447910
15 September 2012Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 4444083
21 September 2015Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 5822665
16 February 2016Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 5818502
30 May 2017Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 6174776
24 June 2020Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 6992920
28 October 2020Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 7106447
28 June 2021Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 7238108
11 July 2021Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 7276101
4 November 2021Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 7389426
14 December 2021Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 7368081
3 January 2022Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 7396162
1 April 2022Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Investigation (non-casualty) · activity 7528405
11 May 2022Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 7448593
19 August 2022Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 7558680
18 October 2022Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 7580669
21 November 2022Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 7608153
9 February 2023Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 7634989
16 May 2023Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 7694360
Each line is an incident investigation the Coast Guard recorded with this hull among the vessels involved, with the date and the classification the Coast Guard gave it. Involvement is not fault. The investigation narrative is not published. Source:
IIR, through 2026.