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MR NICK
- Built
- 1974
- Last inspected
- 13 September 2023
- Documentation
- Case Pending · NVDC file of 10 August 2026
- Deficiencies
- 44 recorded · 1 without a recorded resolution
- Controls
- None recorded without a removal date
This record may be incomplete: the most recent inspection recorded for this vessel was 3 years ago. Maury shows what the Coast Guard recorded, not whether the vessel has been inspected since, is still in service, or what condition it is in. Coast Guard record current through 23 August 2026, retrieved 5 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.
Inspection record
Last inspected
13 September 2023
…with no type recorded5
Deficiencies
44 recorded · 1
without a recorded resolution
Operational controls
None recorded without a removal date
Years with a record
13 calendar years (1986–2023)
Every line above is a count of records the US Coast Guard wrote, or a date it recorded.
A blank resolution means none was recorded in this data; it does not establish that a
deficiency is outstanding. Years with a record are calendar years in which a record
exists, not years in service. What Maury does
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Identity
560481
WDC7988
131206
Flag
UNITED STATES
Maury page id
psix-131206
Documentation record
Registered dimensions (L × B × D)40.5 ft × 18.0 ft × 6.8 ft
Registered tonnagegross 47 / net 32
ITC dimensions (L × B × D)Not recorded
ITC tonnageNot recorded
BuilderSNEED'S SHIPBUILDING · ORANGE, TX, UNITED STATES · built 1974
Hull materialSteel
PropulsionDiesel
Hull shapeUNSPECIFIED
Hull configurationUNSPECIFIED
Hailing portHOUMA, LA
Endorsements, as the file codes themcw_un
DocumentationCase Pending · issued 16 July 2024 · expires 31 July 2025
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 it47 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Gross Ton
32 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Net Ton
32 - 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 August 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.
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Every recorded inspection, 1972 to 2026, in one chronology · every deficiency, with system, dates and resolution · operational controls imposed and removed · every name this hull has been recorded under · the vessels it was inspected alongside, and when · how its record compares with hulls of similar age and size, as a fact about the population and never a judgement about this vessel.
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Inspected as a tow unit · 4
The Coast Guard recorded this vessel and the following in the same inspection activity — normally a tug and the barges in its tow. A recreational or unclassed hull in the same activity is held and not published, so it does not appear here: these lists are a floor, not a complete manifest.
AMY LOU MORRISON Towing Vessel · MISLE 80317 · 7 November 1997 · activity 166984LUCINDA SMITH Towing Vessel · MISLE 138840 · 7 November 1997 · activity 166984WEEKS 531 Industrial Vessel · MISLE 228940 · 7 November 1997 · activity 166984RYKER BEYEL Towing Vessel · MISLE 454043 · 7 November 1997 · activity 166984Inspection history · 24
13 September 2023
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Houma · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7791673
6 October 2022
Administrative Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Lake Charles · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7573084
10 August 2022
Administrative Inspection · Deficiency Check · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Lake Charles · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7523097
1 December 2021
Administrative Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Lake Charles · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7360943
21 October 2021
Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Lake Charles · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7337254
13 August 2021
Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Lake Charles · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7285703
29 July 2021
Administrative Inspection · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Lake Charles · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7269118
11 August 2020
Annual Inspection · Administrative Inspection · Deficiency Check · MTSA/ISPS Verification
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Lake Charles · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7020850
28 July 2020
Administrative Inspection · Damage Survey · Deficiency Check · In-Service Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Lake Charles · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7006764
18 July 2019
Deficiency Check · In-Service Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Lake Charles · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6754601
25 June 2019
Initial Certification · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Lake Charles · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6668467
25 June 2019
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Lake Charles · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6727242
19 January 2018
Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Lake Charles · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6339887
28 November 2017
Administration · MTSA/ISPS Verification · Industry Initiated Exam
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Lake Charles · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6293475
22 March 2016
Administration
Administrative · Marine Safety Unit Lake Charles · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 5838409
5 October 2015
Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Lake Charles · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 5735583
7 July 2015
MTSA Verification · Industry Initiated Exam
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Lake Charles · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 5176695
31 January 2015
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Station Lake Charles · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 5062298
9 June 2010
Deficiency Check · MTSA Verification
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Lake Charles · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3762106
23 April 2010
Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Lake Charles · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3723180
22 February 2010
Deficiency Check · Industry Initiated Exam
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Lake Charles · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3684495
15 November 2006
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Morgan City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2821273
7 November 1997
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO MORGAN CITY · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 166984
2 April 1986
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO PORT ARTHUR · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 307980
Deficiency record · 44
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Ready availability of fire fighting equipment
Issued 6 October 2022
Resolved
Portable fire extinguishers must be inspected, maintained, and tested in accordance with the procedures required by NFPA 10. Marine Inspectors found a portable fire extinguisher in the engine room with insufficient pressurization. Remove unsatisfactory fire extinguisher from vessel.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances
Issued 6 October 2022
Resolved
Monthly inspections of fire extinguishers required by NFPA 10 may be conducted by the owner, operator, person-in-charge or designated member of the crew. Marine Inspectors found that all fire extinguishers on board were missing the monthly inspection documentation for September and some fire extinguishers were missing the monthly inspection for August. Conduct monthly inspection on all fire extinguishers prior to conducting operations.
08 - Alarms › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire alarm
Issued 25 August 2022
Resolved
All fire detection equipment must be maintained in accordance with the attached name plate, manufacturer's and approved design manual. The fixed fire detection panel is reading an alarm and occasional fault alarm. Conduct appropriate maintenance and repairs to fire detection and panel and entire system to include the pull station. Provide to the cognizant OCMI objective evidence that the system has been repaired and is operating properly.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifejackets incl. provision and disposition
Issued 10 August 2022
Resolved
Each towing vessel must carry at least one appropriately sized lifejacket for each person onboard and one for persons at watch stations. Vessel is required to carry 5 life jackets but only has 4 serviceable lifejackets. No "persons in addition to the crew" may be carried until appropriate amount, type and serviceable lifejackets are maintained onboard but not to exceed 14 days from this date.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 10 August 2022
Resolved
Electrical components that pose an electrical hazard must be in an enclosure. Vessel has electrical dead end wires through out the vessel that are not properly connected, capped or in an enclosure to prevent hazards. Remove or properly connect or enclose wires.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 10 August 2022
Resolved
Electrical systems and equipment must function properly and minimize system failures and fire and shock hazards. A grounding wire is not properly insulated. Repair or replace wire.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 091 - Living Conditions › Water, pipes, tanks
Issued 10 August 2022
Resolved
The owner or managing operator must implement procedures to identify and mitigate health and safety hazards including but not limited to potable water supply. The vessel's potable water supply pump is not properly installed/fixed and the potential to part from its connected piping flooding the engine room with fresh water and also leaving the crew with no potable water onboard. This condition was not identified by the crew or vessel reps prior to attending MIs discovering. Properly secure the freshwater pump.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 10 August 2022
Resolved
Vessels must be equipped with two lifebuoys both equipped with attached approved water lights. One battery was expired; corrected on the spot. Second battery has unauthorized spring terminals. Replace with approved battery.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Navigation bridge visibility
Issued 10 August 2022
Resolved
Windows at the operating station must be of sufficient size and properly located to provide a clear field of visions for safe operation in any condition. Two aft windows on the bridge are cracked impacting the operators visibility. Replace windows with appropriately.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (fire safety)
Issued 10 August 2022
Resolved
If a dedicated storage cabinet is provided for the storage of flammable or combustible products, it must be secured to the vessel so that it does not move. The vessels dedicated storage locker is not secured. Properly secure storage locker.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 10 August 2022
Resolved
Machinery and electrical systems must be designed and maintained to provide safe operation of the towing vessel and safety of persons onboard. Vessel's batteries are not properly secured nor are the connections to the battery done in a manner to render it safe to operations; unauthorized spring clips installed. In addition some battery posts are exposed and has non-electrical materials resting on them. Properly secure all batteries and ensure all connections are proper and remove materials that are not part of the battery or battery connections.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 10 August 2022
Resolved
Machinery and electrical systems must be designed and maintained to provide safe operation of the towing vessel and safety of persons on board. The vessel's shore power connection and cable has exposed wires due to lack of maintenance and improper temporary repairs. Repair or replace shore connection and associated cable.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Other (accident prevention)
Issued 10 August 2022
Resolved
The owner or managing operator must implement procedures to identify and mitigate health and safety hazards including slips, trips and falls. Several railing posts on the 02 deck are wasted at the connection point with the deck rendering the rails unsafe for personnel use. This condition was not identified or reported to the O/O prior to marine inspectors discovering it while onboard. Make appropriate repairs or replace affected railing posts.
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 10 August 2022
Resolved
The owner, managing operator, master or officer in charge of a navigational watch of a towing vessel must ensure the strength of each component used for securing the towing vessel to the tow and for making up the tow is adequate for its intended service. The forward tow bitt is severely wasted including having a wastage hole. Water intrusion into the bitt may impact, through wastage the structural integrity of the main deck plating and forward hold. Repair wastage hole.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Lights, shapes, sound-signals
Issued 10 August 2022
Resolved
Each towing vessel must be equipped with navigation lights 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. The vessel's stern light was found partially obstructed by the engine exhaust stack. Make light visible by relocating or removing obstruction. If light will be relocated, confirm new position with Marine Inspectors prior to beginning work.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Protection machinery
Issued 10 August 2022
Resolved
An exposed hazard such as gears and rotating machinery must be protected by a cover, guard or rail. The guard over the rotating shaft does not protect from the entire length of the shaft. Extend guard over the shaft.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire pumps and its pipes
Issued 29 July 2021
Resolved
A fixed fire pump must be capable of delivering water simultaneously from the two highest hydrants, or from both branches at a pitot-tube pressure of at least 50 pounds per square inch (psi), and a flow rate of at least 80 gallons per minute (gpm). Vessel's fire pump was only capable of producing 25 PSI. Repair or replace to the satisfaction of the attending marine inspector.
05 - Radio Communications › N/A - No Subsystem › VHF radio installation
Issued 29 July 2021
Resolved
Towing vessels not subject to the provisions of 33 CFR part 26 or 33 CFR 164.72 must have a Very High Frequency-Frequency Modulated (VHF-FM) radio installed and capable of monitoring VHF-FM Channels 13 and 16, A VHF-FM radio must be installed at each operating station and connected to a functioning battery backup. Vessel's VHF-FM battery backup was not functioning when vessels main power was secured. Repair or replace to the satisfaction of the attending marine inspector.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Distress flares
Issued 29 July 2021
Resolved
Each pyrotechnic distress signal carried to meet this section must be stowed in 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”
Pyrotechnic container was dark green in color. Vessel will replace with proper color container to the satisfaction of the attending marine inspector.
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Functionality of Safety Systems
Issued 29 July 2021
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 on any fuel line that supplies fuel directly to a propulsion engine or generator prime mover. The valve must be installed in the fuel piping directly outside of the fuel oil supply tank. The valve must be operable from a safe place outside the space where the valve is installed. Fuel shutoff valve cable was not installed properly and could not shut off the fuel valve. Vessel will repair or replace to the satisfaction of the attending marine inspector.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 29 July 2021
Resolved
Electrical systems and equipment must function properly and minimize system failures and fire and shock hazards.
Vessels 110V panel was missing a breaker without properly installed blanks. Repair or replace to the satisfaction of the attending marine inspector.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 29 July 2021
Resolved
Individual circuit breakers on switchboards and distribution panels must be labeled with a description of the loads they serve. Properly label breaker panel to the satisfaction of the attending marine inspector.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 29 July 2021
Resolved
Electrical connections must be suitably installed to prevent them from coming loose through vibration or accidental contact. Electrical box for the heat detector in the engine room was installed with zip ties. Properly install electrical box to the satisfaction of the attending marine inspection.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 29 July 2021
Resolved
Fuel systems for towing vessel main engines and generators must have a documented maintenance plan to ensure proper operation of the system. Flexible fuel hose on vessels generator was chaffed and showing signs of failure. Replace flexible hose to the satisfaction of the attending marine inspector.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Life-saving signals
Issued 11 August 2020
Resolved
A towing vessel must carry a combination of day and night visual distress signals indicated in Table 141.370 of §141.370 for specified areas where the vessel operates. 04 of the 06 required distress signals were found expired.
46 CFR 141.375/16c
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire pumps and its pipes
Issued 11 August 2020
Resolved
A fixed fire pump must be capable of:
Delivering water simultaneously from the two highest hydrants, or from both branches of the fitting if the highest hydrant has a Siamese fitting, at a pitot-tube pressure of at least 50 pounds per square inch (psi). Vessel has no pressure gauge installed on the firmain system to verify correct pressure.
46 CFR 142.325(a)/16c
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Lights, shapes, sound-signals
Issued 11 August 2020
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. Vessels Stern Light was found inoperable.
46 CFR 140.720/10c
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (fire safety)
Issued 31 July 2020
Resolved
Each towing vessel must have a fire detection system installed to detect engine room fires. While doing hot-work on the vessel, the electrical conductor to the fixed heat detector in the engine room was frayed. Make appropriate repairs to the electrical conductor and prove proper operation of the the fixed fire detector.
08 - Alarms › N/A - No Subsystem › Machinery controls alarm
Issued 25 June 2019
Resolved
Each towing vessel must have a reliable means to provide notification when an emergency condition exists. Vessel's bilge, steering, M/E high cooling water temperature, M/E low lubricating oil, generator low lubricating oil pressure, generator high cooling water temperature alarms are inoperable. 46 CFR 230 10c
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Gauges, thermometers, etc
Issued 25 June 2019
Resolved
Electrical systems and equipment must function properly. Vessel's ship service generator's Hertz gauge was not working. 46 CFR 143.400
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Remote Means of control (opening,pumps,ventilation,etc.) Machinery spaces
Issued 25 June 2019
No resolution recorded
Remote fuel valves must be installed in the fuel piping directly outside of the fuel oil supply tank. Remote valves were not in the correct position. At next dry dock owner/operator must ensure remote fuel valves are relocated.
46 CFR 260(c)
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 25 June 2019
Resolved
Electrical systems and equipment must minimize failures, fire and shock. Vessel's 220 and 110 service panels were missing covers to breakers and blanks to protect from shock.
46 CFR 143.400
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 25 June 2019
Resolved
Electrical components that pose an electrical hazard must be in an enclosure. Electrical connection for light in after Engine Room was not in an enclosure.
46 CFR 143.400(g)
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Pipes, wires (insulation)
Issued 25 June 2019
Resolved
Electrical equipment and cables must be suitability protected from wet and corrosion. Equipment connection for bilge alarm was not protected from wet environment.
46 CFR 143.400(f)
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire pumps and its pipes
Issued 25 June 2019
Resolved
Each towing vessel must have either a self-priming power driven fixed fire pump or portable pump. Vessel's fixed fire pump pipe at hose station is cracked just below the closure valve. 46 CFR 142.325
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 25 June 2019
Resolved
There must be an installed or portable bilge pump. Vessel's installed bilge pump is full of oil. During testing of bilge pump a clean bag was placed around the suction strainer and filled with water. When bilge pump was energized 1 gallon of oil came out into the water. Remove all associated piping and ensure there are free of oil. Recommend replacing PVC piping with metal pipe.
46 CFR 143.275
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 25 June 2019
Resolved
Towing vessel must carry lifebuoys. Vessel's ring buoy on port and starboard side grab lines are dry rotted. Replace with approved line. 46 CFR 141.360
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire detection and alarm system
Issued 25 June 2019
Resolved
Prove proper operation of fire detection panel located on the bridge. Panel is indicating a fault and zone 1 light will not clear. Alarm also actuates when MDE and SSG are started and shut down. Panel needs to be troubleshot. 46 CFR 142.330(a)
Accommodation/Occupational Safety
Issued 2 April 1986
Resolved
VESSEL DID NOT HAVE AN OPERABLE TYPE II MARINE SANITATION DEVICE ON BOARD AS REQUIRED BY 33CFR159.7(C). VESSEL'S MSD TREATMENT TANK WAS BEING BY- PASSED ALLOWING RAW SEWAGE TO BE DISCHARGED DIRECTLY INTO THE WATERS OF THEUNITED STATES
Construction/Loadline
Issued 2 April 1986
Resolved
VESSEL DID NOT HAVE THE NAME AND HAILING PORT PROPERLY DISPLAYED IN CON- TRASTING LETTERS OF AT LEAST 4" IN HEIGHT ON THE OUTSIDE STERN OF THE VESSEL AS REQUIRED BY 46CFR67.15-3(B).
Documentation
Issued 2 April 1986
Resolved
VESSEL DID NOT HAVE THE CERTIFICATE OF DOCUMENTATION ON BOARD AND AVAILABLEFOR USCG EXAMINATION AS REQUIRED BY 46CFR67.45-5.
Navigation
Issued 2 April 1986
Resolved
VESSEL DID NOT HAVE A COPY OF THE INLAND NAVIGATION RULES OF THE ROAD AS REQUIRED BY 33CFR88.05.
Documentation
Issued 2 April 1986
Resolved
VESSEL DID NOT HAVE AN OIL DISCHARGE PLACARD ON BOARD AS REQUIRED BY 33CFR155.450.
Lifesaving
Issued 2 April 1986
Resolved
VESSEL DID NOT HAVE THE PROPER NUMBER OF SERVICEABLE LIFEJACKETS AS REQUIR-ED BY46CFR25.25-5(C). NOR DID IT HAVE THE PROPER NUMBER OF WORK VESTS AS REQUIRED BY 46CFR26.30-5(B).
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