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LOW LAND 5
LOW LAND 5 is a 1975 towing vessel. The Coast Guard has recorded 18 inspections since 1997, most recently in November 2024, along with 15 deficiencies and 5 casualty investigations between 2005 and 2023.
Records from 1997 to 2024. Most recent: inspection, 18 November 2024.
- Built
- 1975
- Last inspected
- 18 November 2024
- Documentation
- Valid · documentation file of 10 August 2026
- Deficiencies
- 15 recorded · 0 without a recorded resolution
- Controls
- None recorded without a removal date
- Casualties
- 5 investigations · 2005–2023
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
18 November 2024
…with no type recorded10
Deficiencies
15 recorded · 0
without a recorded resolution
Operational controls
None recorded without a removal date
Years with a record
13 calendar years (1997–2024)
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
not do.
Identity
568047
WDG8156
137379
Flag
UNITED STATES
Maury page id
psix-137379
Documentation record
Registered dimensions (L × B × D)45.3 ft × 18.4 ft × 5.7 ft
Registered tonnagegross 54 / net 36
ITC dimensions (L × B × D)Not recorded
ITC tonnageNot recorded
BuilderMELVIN KIFF · GALLIANO LA, UNITED STATES · built 1975
Hull materialSteel
PropulsionDiesel Reduction
Hull shapeUNSPECIFIED
Hull configurationUNSPECIFIED
Hailing portNEW ORLEANS, LA
Trade endorsementsCoastwise, unrestricted
DocumentationValid · issued 7 March 2026 · expires 30 April 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 it54 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Gross Ton
36 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Net Ton
36 - 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.
Vessel history report
Every record for this hull, in one document — $299
Every recorded inspection, 1980 to 2026 for this class, 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 · 6
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.
LL35-160 Industrial Vessel · MISLE 45273 · 13 June 2023 · activity 7782072JAY GENE Towing Vessel · MISLE 78396 · 24 August 2016 · activity 5994543BV 114 Freight Barge · MISLE 1076687 · 24 August 2016 · activity 5994543GOCO 5 Tank Barge · MISLE 1271534 · 24 August 2016 · activity 5994543BRANT Tank Barge · MISLE 44598 · 4 December 2006 · activity 2833858BV-1090 Freight Barge · MISLE 664133 · 6 May 2005 · activity 2424303Inspection history · 18
18 November 2024
COI Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Houma · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8034258
1 August 2024
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Marine Safety Unit Houma · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7972330
13 June 2023
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Morgan City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7782072
16 May 2023
COI Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Houma · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7692405
2 June 2022
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Marine Safety Unit Houma · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7466081
1 March 2021
COI Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Houma · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7147056
23 November 2020
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Marine Safety Unit Houma · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7100626
27 January 2020
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Station Grand Isle · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6899041
24 August 2016
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 5994543
21 May 2012
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4318678
24 March 2011
Deficiency Check · Industry Initiated Exam · MTSA Verification
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Houma · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4000437
7 December 2010
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Morgan City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3906200
2 November 2008
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Station Grand Isle · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3356304
4 December 2006
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Houma · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2833858
16 November 2006
Deficiency Check · In-Service Inspection · MTSA Verification
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Houma · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2826957
6 May 2005
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO NEW ORLEANS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2424303
10 April 1997
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Houma · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 762768
14 March 1997
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Houma · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 197747
Deficiency record · 15
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 18 November 2024
Resolved
A ship greater than 26ft must have a placard in a conspicuous place in each machinery space, or at the bilge and ballast pump stating discharge of oil prohibited. Vessel did not have placard posted.
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 18 November 2024
Resolved
Individuals, other than crewmembers, must be provided with sufficient information or training on hazards relevant to their potential exposure on or around the vessel. USCG MIs were not given a safety brief upon embarkation.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Rigid liferafts
Issued 18 November 2024
Resolved
The master must ensure that all lifesaving equipment is properly maintained and ready for use at all times. Lifefloat wrapping was corroded and light was not functioning.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 18 November 2024
Resolved
A supply of spare fuel filters must be provided onboard; and fuel filters must be replaced in accordance with manufacturer's requirements. No spare filters were onboard nor documented in logs.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 18 November 2024
Resolved
There must be an installed or portable bilge pump for
emergency dewatering. Bilge pump was not placed onboard.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Certificate of Inspection (COI)
Issued 2 June 2022
Resolved
"A towing vessel subject to this subchapter and choosing the Coast Guard option, or required to have the Coast Guard option, must undergo an annual inspection within 3 months before or after the COI anniversary date." Vessel has exceeded its annual window. Vessel is not to move or operate without having an approved Coast Guard inspection first.
08 - Alarms › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (alarms)
Issued 1 March 2021
Resolved
a) Each towing vessel must have a reliable means to provide notification when an emergency condition exists or an essential system develops problems that require attention. The following alarms must be provided: High bilge level; the level sensor was not mounted and moving around in the bilge; mount properly and test.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 1 March 2021
Resolved
Propulsion machinery must be maintained to ensure proper operation; the stbd main engine high pressure fuel line bracket was loose; tighten hardware on fuel line bracket.
05 - Radio Communications › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (radio communication)
Issued 1 March 2021
Resolved
c) Every towing vessel of 7.8 meters (26 feet) or over in length, measured from end to end over the deck excluding sheer, while navigating; the vessel did not show evidence of a Bridge to bridge cert; provide a copy as req’d.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Machinery space openings
Issued 1 March 2021
Resolved
b) Closure devices must be provided for deckhouse or hull penetrations, which open to the exterior of the vessel and which may allow water to enter the vessel. These devices must be suitable for the expected route. The fwd and aft engine room water tight bulkheads had penetrations open to outside. Seal all penetrations.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 1 March 2021
Resolved
a) Pressure vessels over 5 cubic feet in volume and over 15 pounds per square inch maximum allowable working pressure (MAWP) must be equipped with an indicating pressure gauge (in a readily visible location) and with one or more spring-loaded relief valves. The relief valve was not directly on the pressure vessel; mount as close to pressure vessel as possible.
Navigation › Collision/Grounding Avoidance › Navigation Lights
Issued 16 November 2006
Resolved
Navigation lights were not marine grade. (House hold bulbs)
Fire Fighting › Remote Fuel Shutoff › General
Issued 16 November 2006
Resolved
Fuel shut off was not operable or labeled.
Communications › Alarms/Indicators › General Alarm
Issued 16 November 2006
Resolved
Vessel did not have a general alarm.
Fire Fighting › Fixed Fire Detection System › Arrangement
Issued 16 November 2006
Resolved
Vessel did not have a fire detection/monitoring system.
Casualty record · 5
6 May 2005Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 2424303
7 December 2010Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 3906200
21 May 2012Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 4318678
24 August 2016Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · serious marine incident, as classified · 1 injured · activity 5994543
13 June 2023Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 7782072
Each line is an incident investigation the Coast Guard recorded with this hull among the vessels involved, with the date and the classification the Coast Guard gave it. Involvement is not fault. The investigation narrative is not published. Source: IIR, through 2026.
Ownership record
The Coast Guard's documentation record for this hull -- the Abstract of Title,
with its owners and liens as filed -- is not in PSIX. Ask, and Maury buys it from the National
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