GM-1015

All tank vessels, the construction or conversion of which is started on or after July 1, 1951, shall conform to the requirements in this subpart in construction of hulls. The hull and deckhouses shall be of steel or iron construction except that the pilothouse and decks over quarters may be constructed of wood. Scantlings, material, and workmanship, subdivision of cargo spaces, fitting of cofferdams, and testing of tanks shall be at least equivalent to the requirements of the American Bureau of Shipping or other recognized classification society. Marine Inspectors noticed two isolated areas of pitting on forward facing raised cargo trunk exceeding 1/8" deep, over 20% of the allowable wastage.

Barge has damage to the port head log. Damaged area approximately 5 ft x 4 ft with hole approximately 4 ft x 1 ft. Barge may proceed to Pin Oak Mt Airy, LMR MM 148 in New Orleans, LA to off load cargo. Contact Sector New Orleans upon arrival at [phone withheld]. After cargo is off loaded, proceed to National Maintenance in New Orleans, LA to make permanent repairs. During transit GM 1015 must: Be placed in a protected part of the tow. Have hourly rounds conducted and notify local OCMI of any changes. 46 CFR 31.10-35 Complete prior to taking on cargo.