Records from 1995 to 2026. Most recent: inspection, 13 April 2026.
Documentation record
Registered dimensions (L × B × D)70.0 ft × 24.0 ft × 10.2 ft
Registered tonnagegross 169 / net 115
ITC dimensions (L × B × D)Not recorded
ITC tonnageNot recorded
BuilderHOUMA SHIPBUILDING INC · HOUMA, LA, UNITED STATES · built 1974
Hull materialSteel
PropulsionDiesel Reduction
Hull shapeNot recorded
Hull configurationNot recorded
Hailing portNEW ORLEANS, LA
Trade endorsementsCoastwise, unrestricted
DocumentationValid · issued 22 August 2026 · expires 30 September 2027
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 it169 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Gross Ton
115 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), 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 · 27
13 April 2026
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8346708
13 April 2026
Administrative Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8346720
20 June 2025
Drydock Exam · COI Inspection · Examination of Repairs · MTSA Verification
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8163034
26 September 2024
Administrative Inspection · Examination of Repairs
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8009657
22 February 2024
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7868813
28 February 2023
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7643180
18 January 2022
Annual Inspection · Damage Survey
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7376142
24 February 2021
Annual Inspection · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7145790
18 September 2020
Examination of Repairs
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7060900
8 January 2020
MTSA Verification · COI Inspection
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6885647
2 May 2018
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6404062
8 February 2018
MTSA Verification · Industry Initiated Exam
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6351795
7 March 2014
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4818154
9 December 2013
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Baton Rouge · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4766588
22 March 2012
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4273618
25 March 2010
Industry Initiated Exam · MTSA Verification · DAPI Audit
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3703219
19 June 2009
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3518435
14 November 2008
Administration
Administrative · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3363322
9 August 2006
MTSA Verification
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Baton Rouge · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2742823
9 December 2003
Security Plan Review - ASP
Administrative · Marine Safety Center (MSC) · Activity 1962274
3 July 2003
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO NEW ORLEANS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1838179
9 May 2001
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO MEMPHIS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 143578
15 November 1995
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO ST LOUIS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 720025
7 November 1995
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO ST LOUIS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 207849
7 November 1995
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO ST LOUIS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 384664
7 November 1995
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO ST LOUIS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 758517
24 September 1995
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Detachment Greenville · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 145195
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 26 September 2024
Resolved
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Due 3 October 2024
Resolved 24 October 2024
Resolution: Witnessed vessel in operation while underway including full ahead, full astern, and pushing against the dock at 1400 rpms on both MDEs. Observed operations from main operating station and engine room, all satissfactory.
08 - Alarms › N/A - No Subsystem › General alarm
Issued 17 February 2022
Resolved
Each towing vessel must be fitted with a general alarm that: Is activated at each operating station and can notify persons onboard in the event of an emergency.
GE Alarm did not work during dark ship when the generators were off. GE Alarm must work during emergency situation; such as, losing power. Repair to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector.
46 CFR 143.235(b)(1)
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Resolved 17 February 2022
Resolution: Sent video of GE Alarm working during deadship.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 091 - Living Conditions › Lighting (Accommodation)
Issued 17 February 2022
Resolved
Emergency lighting must be provided for all internal crew working and living areas. Emergency lighting sources must provide for sufficient illumination under emergency conditions to facilitate egress from each space.
Berthing areas has no emergency lighting, install emergency lighting to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector.
46 CFR 143.410(b)
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 17 February 2022
Resolution: Sent pictures of emergency signs installed in berthing areas.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 17 February 2022
Resolved
Electrical systems and equipment must function properly and minimize system failures and fire and shock hazards.
The distribution panel for the generators did not have a drip shield to stop water/debris from falling onto the electrical panel. Add drip shield to the satisfaction of the attending marine inspector.
46 CFR 143.400(a)
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 17 February 2022
Resolution: Received pictures of overhead drip shield
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Other (accident prevention)
Issued 17 February 2022
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.
Water heater's relief valve was not piped into the bilge. Repair to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector.
46 CFR 143.205(a)
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 17 February 2022
Resolution: Sent picture of pipe installed to direct water heater relief valve into bilge.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 18 March 2021
Resolved
Each lifebuoy with a floating electric water light must have a lanyard of at least 3 feet in length, but not more than 6 feet, securing the water light around the body of the lifebuoy. The lanyard was in excess of 6 feet. Replace the lifebuoy lanyard with a lanyard that meets the 3-6ft length requirement to the satisfaction of the USCG Marine Inspector.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 18 March 2021
Resolution: Received, reviewed, and accepted objective evidence (pictures) from Chris Stiver prooving that the deficiency was corrected.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 18 March 2021
Resolved
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 breaking strength of at least 50lbs. The lifebuoy's water light line was spliced and did not have a clip. Replace line with a clip to the satisfaction of the USCG Marine Inspector.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 18 March 2021
Resolution: Received, reviewed, and accepted objective evidence (pictures) from Chris Stiver prooving that the deficiency was corrected.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Doors
Issued 18 March 2021
Resolved
The master must ensure that all hatches, doors, and other openings designed to be watertight or weathertight function properly. The weathertight doors on the Port and STBD side of the engine room entrance did not fully seal. Repair the weathertight doors to ensure proper functioning to the satisfaction the USCG Marine Inspector.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 18 March 2021
Resolution: Received, reviewed, and accepted objective evidence (pictures) from Chris Stiver prooving that the deficiency was corrected.
Navigation
Issued 7 November 1995
Resolved
COPY OF INLAND NAVIGATION RULES NOT ON BOARD._x001C_ _x001C_ _x001C_ _x001C_
Condition: Unknown
Due 14 November 1995
Resolved 18 May 2002
Resolution: MISLE Maintenance - Resolved all open deficiencies issued prior to 6/1/1997 where activity was closed and deficiency due date was past
Documentation
Issued 7 November 1995
Resolved
RECORDS DID NOT CONTAIN D.O.I.'S FOR MINIMUM OF 1 MONTH.
Condition: Unknown
Due 7 December 1995
Resolved 18 May 2002
Resolution: MISLE Maintenance - Resolved all open deficiencies issued prior to 6/1/1997 where activity was closed and deficiency due date was past