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Inspection history · 68
19 November 2025
COI Inspection · MTSA Verification · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8270979
3 March 2025
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Marine Safety Unit Port Arthur · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8087563
27 April 2022
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Marine Safety Unit Port Arthur · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7439218
13 January 2022
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Marine Safety Unit Port Arthur · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7382287
8 June 2020
Initial Certification · COI Inspection · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Port Arthur · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6966907
20 February 2020
TPO Audit
Administrative · Marine Safety Unit Port Arthur · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6937225
12 October 2017
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Port Arthur · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6286642
28 October 2016
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Station Sabine · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6031643
25 February 2015
DAPI Audit
Administrative · Marine Safety Unit Port Arthur · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 5074902
10 December 2012
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Port Arthur · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4499693
26 November 2012
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Port Arthur · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4490676
25 February 2012
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Port Arthur · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4250972
11 February 2012
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Port Arthur · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4242588
13 July 2011
Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Port Arthur · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4081463
11 March 2011
MTSA Verification · Industry Initiated Exam
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Port Arthur · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3971176
25 January 2011
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Port Arthur · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3933023
30 October 2009
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Port Arthur · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3624952
2 September 2009
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Port Arthur · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3583653
7 March 2009
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Port Arthur · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3433477
17 January 2009
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Port Arthur · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3395882
16 January 2009
Administration
Administrative · Marine Safety Unit Port Arthur · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3395284
12 December 2008
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Port Arthur · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3378949
5 September 2007
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Port Arthur · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3050101
30 April 2007
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Port Arthur · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2919319
30 October 2006
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Port Arthur · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2810544
17 August 2006
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Port Arthur · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2758313
9 March 2006
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Port Arthur · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2629597
12 February 2006
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Port Arthur · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2590046
13 January 2006
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO PORT ARTHUR · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2566566
12 January 2006
MTSA Verification
Physical examination · MSO PORT ARTHUR · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2565973
9 November 2005
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Port Arthur · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2646368
8 May 2005
Deficiency Check
Physical examination · MSO PORT ARTHUR · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2352578
19 January 2005
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO PORT ARTHUR · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2280391
16 December 2004
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO PORT ARTHUR · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2266088
1 December 2004
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO PORT ARTHUR · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2252272
23 November 2004
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Brownsville · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2247037
9 November 2004
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Brownsville · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2242129
3 January 2004
Security Inspection
Physical examination · MSO PORT ARTHUR · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1977255
18 November 2003
Security Plan Review - ASP
Administrative · Marine Safety Center (MSC) · Activity 1951287
21 September 2002
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO PORT ARTHUR · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1687262
8 December 1998
Uninspected Towing Vessel
Physical examination · MSO PORT ARTHUR · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 807349
16 November 1998
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO PORT ARTHUR · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 214555
5 November 1998
Uninspected Towing Vessel
Physical examination · MSO PORT ARTHUR · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 806891
3 June 1998
Deficiency Check
Physical examination · MSO PORT ARTHUR · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 791748
30 April 1998
Uninspected Towing Vessel
Physical examination · MSO PORT ARTHUR · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1124750
8 December 1997
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO HOUSTON/GALVESTON · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 164855
29 September 1997
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO NEW ORLEANS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 184372
11 August 1997
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO HOUSTON/GALVESTON · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 70685
16 March 1997
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO NEW ORLEANS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 9663
19 January 1996
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO PORT ARTHUR · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 45052
19 January 1996
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO PORT ARTHUR · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 387112
8 May 1995
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSU GALVESTON · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 96671
8 March 1995
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO MORGAN CITY · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 661674
8 March 1995
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO MORGAN CITY · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 702144
22 February 1995
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO NEW ORLEANS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 163180
2 February 1995
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO MORGAN CITY · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 213177
2 February 1995
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO MORGAN CITY · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 213820
2 February 1995
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO MORGAN CITY · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 214234
2 January 1995
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Brownsville · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 31138
2 January 1995
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO Corpus Christi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 231020
18 August 1994
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO MORGAN CITY · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 644032
28 July 1994
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO MORGAN CITY · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 213987
13 July 1994
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO MORGAN CITY · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 227506
10 April 1994
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSU GALVESTON · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 14846
2 December 1992
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO MORGAN CITY · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 223476
24 October 1992
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO MORGAN CITY · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 177322
4 February 1992
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO Corpus Christi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 9769
4 February 1992
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO Corpus Christi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 222039
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 21 November 2025
Resolved
There must be an installed or portable bilge pump for emergency dewatering. MI's observed bilge pump inoperable
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Resolved 24 November 2025
Resolution: witnessed operation of bilge pump
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Remote Means of control (opening,pumps,ventilation,etc.) Machinery spaces
Issued 21 November 2025
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 be fitted on any fuel line that supplies fuel directly to a propulsion engine, generator or prime mover. Mi's observed inoperable remote fuel shut offs.
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Resolved 24 November 2025
Resolution: witnessed operation of fuel shut off valves
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 21 November 2025
Resolved
Electrical systems and equipment must function properly and minimize system failures and fire and shock hazards. MI observed electrical receptacle and fwd electrical panel in E/R without protective covers installed
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Resolved 24 November 2025
Resolution: verified proper covers for electrical receptacle/panel.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Protection machines/parts
Issued 21 November 2025
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 and property, and the environment. MI observed hot water heater discharge pipe not installed to drain to bilge.
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Resolved 24 November 2025
Resolution: verified discharge pipe installed to drain to bilge.
08 - Alarms › N/A - No Subsystem › General alarm
Issued 21 November 2025
Resolved
A towing vessel, other than an excepted vessel, must have a backup or a second power source that has adequate capacity to supply power to essential alarms, lighting, radios, navigation equipment, and any other essential system identified by the cognizant OCMI or a TPO. Vessels general alarm was tested during dark ship and did not function. Vessel must ensure general alarm is sufficiently under a backup or second power source.
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Resolved 24 November 2025
Resolution: witnessed proper operation of general alarm during dark ship.
15 - Safety Management Systems (ISM) › N/A - No Subsystem › Shipboard operations
Issued 21 November 2025
Resolved
Each towing vessel must perform the applicable tests in Table 143.245(b) of this section. The tests required by this section must be recorded in accordance with part 140 of this subchapter. During the COI inspection no testing records were observed due to electronic system not operating as intended. When electronic system is operating as intended, USCG must review records and tests required under Sub M.
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Resolved 24 November 2025
Resolution: verified tests and inspections were completed.
15 - Safety Management Systems (ISM) › N/A - No Subsystem › Shipboard operations
Issued 21 November 2025
Resolved
The safety of the towing vessel is the responsibility of the master and includes; Compliance with the TSMS, if one is applicable to the vessel. During the COI examination, vessel’s master was unfamiliar with the operating requirements of the electronic record keeping system and was unable to display necessary records for USCG review. Master must be familiar with the electronic system intended for accurate record keeping per the TSMS.
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Resolved 24 November 2025
Resolution: witnessed familiarity by vessel Master of TSMS.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Lights, shapes, sound-signals
Issued 21 November 2025
Resolved
Each towing vessel must be equipped with navigation lights, shapes, and sound signals in accordance with the International Regulations for Prevention of Collisions at Sea (COLREGS) or 33 CFR part 84 as appropriate to its area of operation. Ships whistle was not tested during the COI due to improper alignment of valves per the master. USCG must test ships whistle at follow up exam.
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Resolved 24 November 2025
Resolution: verified proper operation of whistle
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifejackets incl. provision and disposition
Issued 21 November 2025
Resolved
Lifejackets must have the following attachments and fittings: Each lifejacket must have a lifejacket light approved under approval series 161.012 or 161.112 securely attached to the front shoulder area of the lifejacket and Each lifejacket must have a whistle firmly secured by a cord to the lifejacket. Two of the ships lifejackets in the crew berthing did not have the proper attachments.
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Resolved 24 November 2025
Resolution: verified lifejackets were outfitted with whitsles and lights.
05 - Radio Communications › N/A - No Subsystem › Reserve source of energy
Issued 21 November 2025
Resolved
A towing vessel, other than an excepted vessel, must have a backup or a second power source that has adequate capacity to supply power to essential alarms, lighting, radios, navigation equipment, and any other essential system identified by the cognizant OCMI or a TPO. Vessels radio under back up power did not have MMSI programmed into it.
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Resolved 24 November 2025
Resolution: verified MMSI and functionality under back up power.
Fire Fighting › Emergency Fire Pumps › Arrangement
Issued 8 May 2005
Resolved
Vessel has missed the 29APR05 deadline for the fire suppression equipment requirements. Vessel is awaiting the delivery and installation of fire extinguisher and other portable fire suppression equipment.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 29 July 2005
Resolved 29 June 2005
Resolution: Received faxed letter dated 29JUN05 from [name withheld] of Marine Fueling Service, Inc. attesting to receiving and installing fire suppression equipment on this vessel.
Construction/Loadline
Issued 5 November 1998
Resolved
DISPLAY NAME AND HAILING PORT ON STERN OF VESSEL.
Condition: Unknown
Due 5 November 1998
Resolved 5 November 1998
Navigation
Issued 5 November 1998
Resolved
PROVIDE COPY OF COAST GUARD LIGHT LIST.
Condition: Unknown
Due 5 November 1998
Resolved 5 November 1998
Unknown
Issued 5 November 1998
Resolved
ENSURE MARINE SANITATION DEVICE OVERBOARD DISCHARGE VALVE CLOSED AND SECURED.
Condition: Unknown
Due 5 November 1998
Resolved 23 November 1998
Navigation
Issued 5 November 1998
Resolved
PROVIDE CURRENT COPY OF BROADCAST NOTICE TO MARINERS.
Condition: Unknown
Due 5 November 1998
Resolved 5 November 1998
Unknown
Issued 5 November 1998
Resolved
REPAIR MARINE SANITATION DEVICE PIPING TO TO FIT TYPE II MSD.
Condition: Unknown
Due 5 November 1998
Resolved 5 November 1998
Lifesaving
Issued 5 November 1998
Resolved
RECOMMEND THAT THE NAME OF THE VESSEL BE STENCILED ON LIFE RING.
Condition: Unknown
Due 5 November 1998
Resolved 23 November 1998
Documentation
Issued 5 November 1998
Resolved
PROVIDE REQUIRED LOG OF TESTS AND INSPECTIONS.
Condition: Unknown
Due 5 November 1998
Resolved 5 November 1998
Electrical
Issued 5 November 1998
Resolved
PROVIDE LIGHT COVERS FOR ALL LIGHTING IN THE ENGINE ROOM.
Condition: Unknown
Due 5 November 1998
Resolved 5 November 1998
Construction/Loadline
Issued 5 November 1998
Resolved
REPAIR OR REPLACE HATCH ON VESSEL BOW.
Condition: Unknown
Due 5 November 1998
Resolved 5 November 1998
Unknown
Issued 5 November 1998
Resolved
PUMP BILGES TO A PROPER WASTE OIL RECEPTION FACILITY.
Condition: Unknown
Due 5 November 1998
Resolved 5 November 1998
Engineering
Issued 5 November 1998
Resolved
PROVIDE MECHANICAL PLUGS FOR FUEL TRANSFER CONTAINMENT.
Condition: Unknown
Due 5 November 1998
Resolved 5 November 1998
Electrical
Issued 5 November 1998
Resolved
REPLACE ALL DAMAGED WIRING THROUGH OUT THE VESSEL.
Condition: Unknown
Due 5 November 1998
Resolved 5 November 1998
Engineering
Issued 5 November 1998
Resolved
RECOMMEND PROVIDING OIL TRANSFER PROCEDURES FOR THE VESSEL AND CREW.
Condition: Unknown
Due 5 November 1998
Resolved 23 November 1998
Navigation
Issued 5 November 1998
Resolved
PROVIDE CHARTS UPDATED WITH BROADCAST NOTICE TO MARINERS.
Condition: Unknown
Due 5 November 1998
Resolved 5 November 1998
Engineering
Issued 30 April 1998
Resolved
REPLACE SHAFT PACKING.
Condition: Unknown
Due 30 April 1998
Resolved 30 April 1998
Electrical
Issued 30 April 1998
Resolved
COVER EXPOSED WIRING ON FLOTEC MOTOR IN ENGINE ROOM.
Condition: Unknown
Due 30 April 1998
Resolved 30 April 1998
Electrical
Issued 30 April 1998
Resolved
PROVIDE LIGHT COVERS FORLIGHT BULBS.
Condition: Unknown
Due 30 April 1998
Resolved 30 April 1998
Electrical
Issued 30 April 1998
Resolved
PROVIDE A BATTERY BOX FOR BATTERIES.
Condition: Unknown
Due 30 April 1998
Resolved 30 April 1998
Unknown
Issued 30 April 1998
Resolved
PROVIDE COAST GUARD APPROVAL LETTER AS A CERTIFIED TYPE II MARINE SANITATION DEVICE. ENSURE PROPER OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE.
Condition: Unknown
Due 30 April 1998
Resolved 30 April 1998
Engineering
Issued 30 April 1998
Resolved
REPAIR FUEL LEAK ON FUEL OIL FILTER ON GENERATOR.
Condition: Unknown
Due 30 May 1998
Resolved 4 May 1998
Deck/Cargo
Issued 30 April 1998
Resolved
INSTALL MACHINERY GUARDS ON ALL ROTATING MACHINERY.
Condition: Unknown
Due 30 April 1998
Resolved 30 April 1998
Engineering
Issued 30 April 1998
Resolved
INSTALL FLAME SCREENS ON FUEL TANK VENTS.
Condition: Unknown
Due 30 April 1998
Resolved 30 April 1998