Records from 2016 to 2025. Most recent: inspection, 5 November 2025.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Stability/strength/loading information and instruments
Issued 17 December 2025
Resolved
Except where specifically stated otherwise, an existing vessel must comply with the intact stability and seaworthiness regulations which were applicable to the vessel on March 10, 1996. During the 2025 Annual inspection, MIs called into question the stability of the vessel due to the addition of a passenger transfer ladder installed above the pilot house. Vessel previously received approval to install a rear ladder but chose not to install in the submitted configuration. Vessel has not undergone a new stability test per USCG letter CID-19-049. Vessel is restricted to a Rivers route until the following actions are taken.
Vessel must submit simplified stability details on the CG-4006 within 7 days.
Vessel must undergo a new simplified stability test within 30 days.
46 CFR 178.115
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 16 January 2026
Resolved 13 January 2026
Resolution: Completed satisfactory simplified stability test in the presence of an attending Marine Inspector.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 17 December 2025
Resolved
Shutoff valves, installed so as to close against the fuel flow, must be fitted in the fuel supply lines, one at the tank connection and one at the engine end of the fuel line to stop fuel flow. MI observed fuel valve not fully closing.
46 CFR 182.455 (b)(4)
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 16 January 2026
Resolved 15 January 2026
Resolution: Received video showing valve fully closing
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 17 December 2025
Resolved
All machinery and equipment must be installed and maintained in such a manner as to afford adequate protection from causing fire, explosion, machinery failure, and personnel injury. MI observed the crankcase breather fitting from the main engine to be loose.
46 CFR 182.100
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 16 January 2026
Resolved 15 January 2026
Resolution: Received and reviewed photographs showing the hose was properly secured.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 17 December 2025
Resolved
Fuel tank vent pipes shall be installed to gradient upward to prevent fuel from being trapped in the line. MI observed vent hose with a downward gradient creating a p-trap effect.
46 CFR 182.450(h)
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 16 January 2026
Resolved 15 January 2026
Resolution: Received and reviewed photographs that the hose was suitably braced to the overhead to eliminate the gradient of the flexible fuel piping.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 17 December 2025
Resolved
All cable and wire must be protected. MI observed loose and exposed wire terminals behind console.
46 CFR 183.340
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 16 January 2026
Resolved 15 January 2026
Resolution: Received and reviewed photographs that loose and exposed wires have been secured.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Charts
Issued 17 December 2025
Resolved
As appropriate for the intended voyage, a vessel must carry adequate and up-to-date: (1) Charts of large enough scale to make safe navigation possible (2) U.S. Coast Pilot (3) Coast Guard Light List, (4) Tide tables; and (5) Current tables, or a river current publication issued by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers or a river authority.
46 CFR 184.420(a)
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 16 January 2026
Resolved 15 January 2026
Resolution: Received and reviewed pictures documenting tha the required charts and publications were onboard.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Division - decks, bulkheads and penetrations
Issued 17 December 2025
Resolved
A hatch exposed to the weather must be watertight , except that the following hatches may be weathertight: a hatch in the cabin top. MI observed hatches out of adjustment and loose.
46 CFR 179.360(a)
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 16 January 2026
Resolved 15 January 2026
Resolution: Received and reviewed photographs that hatch has been adjusted to secure properly.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Manholes/flush scuttles
Issued 17 December 2025
Resolved
The number of penetrations in a watertight bulkhead must be minimized. A penetration in a watertight bulkhead must be as high and as far inboard in the bulkhead as practicable, and made watertight. MI observed multiple holes and gaps in wire runs in the engine room watertight bulkheads.
46 CFR 179.320(c)
Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Resolved 17 December 2025
Resolution: cleared on the spot to the satisfaction of the attending MI.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (load lines)
Issued 16 December 2024
Resolved
Inspection of all accessible parts of the exterior and interior of the hull, the watertight bulkheads, and weather decks. MI observed hull penetration on transom and flexible hoses penetrating port hull not watertight.
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Resolved 18 December 2024
Resolution: Received pictures of holes plugged. All sat.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Remote Means of control (opening,pumps,ventilation,etc.) Machinery spaces
Issued 16 December 2024
Resolved
The shutoff valve at the tank must be manually operable from outside the compartment in which the valve is located. MI observed that fuel shutoff for generator could not be accessed remotely.
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Resolved 18 December 2024
Resolution: Received video of F/O remote pull operating. All sat.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (load lines)
Issued 16 December 2024
Resolved
The pump discharge line is suitably supported. MI observed that forward peak bilge discharge hose was not connected to the through hull fitting.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 15 January 2025
Resolved 5 February 2025
Resolution: All sat.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (load lines)
Issued 16 December 2024
Resolved
A positive shutoff valve is installed at the hull penetration. MI observed that none of the bilge pump overboard had positive shutoffs installed.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 15 January 2025
Resolved 5 February 2025
Resolution: All sat.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (load lines)
Issued 16 December 2024
Resolved
The pump is permanently mounted. MI observed that bilge pumps were not permanently mounted.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 15 January 2025
Resolved 5 February 2025
Resolution: All sat.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 16 December 2024
Resolved
A cable must not be spliced in a hazardous location. MI observed cable butt connections in bilge water.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 15 January 2025
Resolved 5 February 2025
Resolution: All sat.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 16 December 2024
Resolved
Protect passengers, crew, other persons, and the vessel from electrical hazards, including fire, caused by or originating in electrical equipment, and electrical shock. MI observed cover plate missing on outlet.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 15 January 2025
Resolved 5 February 2025
Resolution: All sat.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 16 December 2024
Resolved
Electrical equipment exposed to corrosive environments must be of suitable construction and corrosion-resistant. MI observed outlet cover doors were broken on multiple outlets.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 15 January 2025
Resolved 5 February 2025
Resolution: All sat.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (fire safety)
Issued 16 December 2024
Resolved
Remote fuel shutoff stations must be marked in clearly legible letters at least 25 millimeters (1 inch) high indicating purpose of the valve and direction of operation. MI observed Generator shutoff was not clearly marked.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 15 January 2025
Resolved 5 February 2025
Resolution: All sat.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Operation of machinery
Issued 16 December 2024
Resolved
Strong and effective rudder stops must be provided to prevent jamming and damage to the rudder and its fittings. MI observed no rudder stops installed.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 15 January 2025
Resolved 5 February 2025
Resolution: All sat.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Structural condition)
Issued 16 December 2024
Resolved
Be attached to the hatch frame or coaming by hinges, captive chains, or other devices of substantial strength to prevent its loss. MI observed hatches covers were not secured to the vessel.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 15 January 2025
Resolved 5 February 2025
Resolution: All sat.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 16 December 2024
Resolved
The flame screens must consist of a single screen of corrosion resistant wire of at least 30 × 30 mesh. MI observed flame screen was clogged.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 15 January 2025
Resolved 5 February 2025
Resolution: All sat.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 16 December 2024
Resolved
Fuel tank vent pipes shall be installed to gradient upward to prevent fuel from being trapped in the line. MI observed vent hose with a downward gradient creating a p-trap effect.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 15 January 2025
Resolved 5 February 2025
Resolution: All sat.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Manholes/flush scuttles
Issued 16 December 2024
Resolved
A hatch exposed to the weather must be watertight, except that the following hatches may be weathertight A hatch in a cabin top. MI observed hatches out of adjustment and loose.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 15 January 2025
Resolved 5 February 2025
Resolution: All sat.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 16 December 2024
Resolved
Each battery must ... secured to protect against shifting. MI observed batteries were not secured in place.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 15 January 2025
Resolved 5 February 2025
Resolution: All sat.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Other (certificates)
Issued 7 November 2024
Resolved
Every vessel subject to Part III of Title III of the Communications Act must have a detailed inspection of the radio installation by an FCC-licensed technician. MI observed expired Radio Safety Radio Telephony Certificate.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 15 January 2025
Resolved 5 February 2025
Resolution: All sat.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Steam pipes and pressure pipes
Issued 6 November 2023
Resolved
Electrical equipment used on a vessel must be installed and maintained to protect passengers, crew, other persons, and the vessel from electrical hazards, including fire, caused by or originating in electrical equipment, and electrical shock. Marine Inspector (MI) observed smoke coming from wiring behind the operating station. Repair to the satisfaction of attending MI. 46 CFR 183.200(b)
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Resolved 8 December 2023
Resolution: Replaced butt connector
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 6 November 2023
Resolved
A vessel must be provided with a satisfactory arrangement for draining any watertight compartment, other than small buoyancy compartments, under all practicable conditions. The bilge pump in the wheelhouse was inoperable. Repair to the satisfaction of the attending MI. 46 CFR 182. 500(a)
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Resolved 8 December 2023
Resolution: Replaced bilge pump
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Lights, shapes, sound-signals
Issued 6 November 2023
Resolved
All vessels must have navigation lights that are in compliance with the applicable sections of the International and Inland Navigation Rules. Vessel was missing stern light. Repair to the satisfaction of the attending MI.
46 CFR 183.420
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Resolved 8 December 2023
Resolution: Added stern light
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 6 November 2023
Resolved
Propulsion machinery must be suitable in type and design for propulsion requirements of the hull in which it is installed and capable of operating at constant marine load under such requirements without exceeding its designed limitations. MI observed critical alarm on control panel saying,"Alarm control system failure", observed throttle position control to be inconsistent between both main diesel engines and surging of port engine when engaged. Vessel rep shall submit a third party tech report attesting to the overall operation and functionality of the system. 46 CFR 182.200(a)
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Resolved 8 December 2023
Resolution: Received tech report
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 6 November 2023
Resolved
Propulsion machinery must be suitable in type and design for propulsion requirements of the hull in which it is installed and capable of operating at constant marine load under such requirements without exceeding its designed limitations. MI observed significant vibration from port engine when engaged. Request repair plan to the satisfaction of the attending marine inspector. 46 CFR 182.200(a)
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Resolved 8 December 2023
Resolution: Received dive report
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifejackets incl. provision and disposition
Issued 6 November 2023
Resolved
Each life jacket must be marked with Type I retroreflective material approved in 46 CFR 164.018 or other standard specified by the Commandant. Identified 04 life jackets needing new retroeflective tape. Repair to the satisfaction to the attending MI. 46 CFR 185.604(h)
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 8 December 2023
Resolution: Replaced life jackets
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 6 November 2023
Resolved
Remote fuel shutoff stations must be marked in clearly legible letters at least 25 millimeters (1 inch) high indicating purpose of the valve and direction of operation. Remote fuel shut off valves were not labeled.46 CFR 185.608
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 8 December 2023
Resolution: Marked shutoff valve
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Pipes, wires (insulation)
Issued 6 November 2023
Resolved
Piping, including valves, pipe fittings and flanges, conveying vapor, gas, or liquid, the temperature of which exceeds 65.5 °C (150 °F), must be suitably insulated where necessary to prevent injuries. Lagging on stbd engine not properly secured. Repair to the satisfaction of the attending MI. 46 CFR 177.970
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 8 December 2023
Resolution: Secured lagging material.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 6 November 2023
Resolved
Except as otherwise provided in this section, rails or equivalent protection must be installed near the periphery of all decks of a vessel accessible to passengers or crew. Equivalent protection may include lifelines, wire rope, chains, and bulwarks, which provide strength and support equivalent to fixed rails. Stbd stern chain was not long enough to provide adequate support to fixed rails.
46 CFR 177.900(a)
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 8 December 2023
Resolution: Repaired chain.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fixed fire extinguishing installation
Issued 7 January 2022
Resolved
A pre-engineered fixed gas fire extinguishing system must automatically shut down all engines that draw intake air from within the protected space. System did not shut down both MDE's or generator. Vsl shall provide service tech report of satisfactory operation as required to the Marine Inspector prior to movement. 46CFR181.420(a)(3)
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Resolved 1 February 2022
Resolution: Receieved video and tech report of system SAT.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Division - decks, bulkheads and penetrations
Issued 7 January 2022
Resolved
The general construction of the vessel must be such as to minimize fire hazards. Engine Room has several blkhd penetrations that are not vapor tight. Vsl shall make space vapor tight as required for protected space to the satisfaction of the marine inspector prior to movement. 46CFR177.405(a)
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Resolved 13 May 2022
Resolution: bulkhead penetrations were sealed as required.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Means of escape
Issued 7 January 2022
Resolved
Each space accessible to passengers or used by the crew on a regular basis, must have at-least two means of escape. Engine room escape scuttle was blocked by refrigerator and fwd compartment scuttle was not operable from inside space. Both scuttles need to be operable from both sides by one person and free from any possible blocking of traffic to the satisfaction of the Marine Inspector. 46CFR177.500(a)
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Resolved 13 May 2022
Resolution: Scuttles and hatches were operational and free from obstruction
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (fire safety)
Issued 7 January 2022
Resolved
Portable extinguishers must be inspected and maintained IAW NFPA 10. Vsl was not able to provide monthly maintenance records for extinguishers or fire fighting equipment. Vsl shall provide records of required monthly maintenance and checks to the satisfaction of the marine inspector prior to movement. 46 CFR 176.810(a)(1)
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Resolved 10 May 2022
Resolution: Provided proof of FF maintence records
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifejackets incl. provision and disposition
Issued 7 January 2022
Resolved
The number and identification of the items stowed inside, and their sizes, must be marked in clearly legible letters and numbers on each container for life jackets. Life Jacket stowage was not marked. Vsl shall mark as required to the satisfaction of the marine inspector. 46 CFR 185.604(f)
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Resolved 13 May 2022
Resolution: markings were installed as required
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifejackets incl. provision and disposition
Issued 7 January 2022
Resolved
The inspection and maintenance of the equipment listed as lifesaving equipment shall be logged or otherwise documented for review by the CG upon request. Vsl was not able to provide maintenance records for life-saving equipment. Vsl shall provide life saving equipment maintenance records as required to the satisfaction of the marine inspector.
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Resolved 10 May 2022
Resolution: Provided proof of LS maintence records
Engineering › Fuel Oil Service System › Valve
Issued 16 November 2017
Resolved
Fuel shutoff valve at tank must be manually operable from outside compartment in which valve is located. Fuel shut off valve only closed 3/4 of the way when emergency shutoff was pulled.
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 20 November 2017
Resolved 20 November 2017
Electrical › Electrical Distribution System (service) › Wiring
Issued 16 November 2017
Resolved
Secure hanging wires in cabin compartment and plug bulkhead penetrations in forward engine room bulkhead.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 20 November 2017
Resolved 20 November 2017
Navigation › Collision/Grounding Avoidance › Navigation Lights
Issued 16 November 2017
Resolved
Install stern light.
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 20 November 2017
Resolved 20 November 2017