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CAPT BOWE

Built
1975
Last inspected
16 September 2025
Documentation
Valid · NVDC file of 10 August 2026
Controls
None recorded without a removal date

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 16 September 2025
…with no type recorded26
Operational controls None recorded without a removal date
Years with a record 25 calendar years (1993–2025)
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

WDK5605
138796
Flag
UNITED STATES
Maury page id
psix-138796

Documentation record

Registered dimensions (L × B × D)56.5 ft × 22.0 ft × 8.1 ft
Registered tonnagegross 94 / net 64
ITC dimensions (L × B × D)Not recorded
ITC tonnageNot recorded
BuilderINTERCOASTAL SHIPYARD · MORGAN CITY LA, UNITED STATES · built 1975
Hull materialSteel
PropulsionDiesel Reduction
Hull shapeUNSPECIFIED
Hull configurationUNSPECIFIED
Hailing portBELLEVUE, IA
Endorsements, as the file codes themcw_un
DocumentationValid · issued 11 March 2026 · expires 31 March 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 it94 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Gross Ton
64 - 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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Behind this panel: 41 inspections, each with its date, unit and type; 16 deficiencies with the resolution recorded against each; operational controls, none recorded without a removal date; 12 other vessels inspected with it; 1 other recorded name; the documentation record: dimensions, tonnage, builder, hailing port and endorsements. Every line is a record the Coast Guard wrote; the counts above are the same counts as in the summary, and they are free.

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Vessel history report
Every record for this hull, in one document — $299

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 · 12

Inspection history · 41

16 September 2025 Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Detachment St. Paul · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8234647
26 November 2024 Deficiency Check · COI Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Detachment St. Paul · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8036403
21 November 2024 Internal Structural Exam · Drydock Exam
Physical examination · Marine Safety Detachment St. Paul · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8036388
20 August 2024 Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Detachment St. Paul · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7996808
2 August 2024 Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Detachment St. Paul · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7980335
18 July 2024 Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Detachment St. Paul · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7965900
7 March 2024 Annual Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Marine Safety Detachment St. Paul · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7871502
17 May 2023 Deficiency Check · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Detachment St. Paul · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7692148
21 March 2022 Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Detachment Quad Cities · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7416485
28 June 2021 Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Detachment St. Paul · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7265523
28 April 2021 Annual Inspection · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Detachment Quad Cities · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7184968
4 June 2019 Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Marine Safety Detachment Quad Cities · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6710709
8 October 2015 Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Marine Safety Detachment Quad Cities · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 5738952
1 September 2015 Industry Initiated Exam
Physical examination · Marine Safety Detachment Quad Cities · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 5238299
8 September 2014 Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Detachment Quad Cities · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4979684
14 July 2012 Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Dutch Harbor · USCG Arctic District (CGD-A) · Activity 4383747
29 June 2011 Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Detachment Quad Cities · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4061845
26 August 2010 Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Upper Mississippi River · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3856480
2 February 2010 Deficiency Check · MTSA Verification · Industry Initiated Exam
Physical examination · Marine Safety Detachment Quad Cities · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3674829
5 May 2009 Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Upper Mississippi River · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3584996
8 December 2008 Type not recorded
No type recorded · USCG Heartland District (dwb) · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3376393
11 November 2008 Type not recorded
No type recorded · USCG Heartland District (dwb) · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3376359
5 June 2007 Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Marine Safety Detachment Quad Cities · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2952751
22 November 2005 MTSA Verification
Physical examination · MSD QUAD CITIES · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2557311
2 December 2003 Security Plan Review - ASP
Administrative · Marine Safety Center (MSC) · Activity 1957660
23 June 2001 Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSD QUAD CITIES · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 291328
19 September 2000 Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSD QUAD CITIES · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 282586
3 September 1999 Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSD QUAD CITIES · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 432632
10 June 1998 Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSD QUAD CITIES · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 417067
8 April 1998 Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSD QUAD CITIES · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 105385
8 April 1998 Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSD QUAD CITIES · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 414867
17 September 1997 Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSD QUAD CITIES · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 408013
23 May 1997 Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSD QUAD CITIES · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 406512
23 May 1997 Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSD QUAD CITIES · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 406583
20 July 1996 Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSD QUAD CITIES · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 56879
1 February 1996 Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSD PEORIA · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6521
1 December 1995 Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSD QUAD CITIES · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 26191
17 October 1995 Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSD QUAD CITIES · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 184343
12 August 1995 Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSD QUAD CITIES · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 165119
16 November 1994 Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSD QUAD CITIES · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 81506
10 August 1993 Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSD QUAD CITIES · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 123303

Deficiency record · 16

07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances
Issued 26 November 2024 Resolved
A towing vessel that is certificated for rivers must be equipped with either an approved 160-B semi-portable fire-extinguishing system to protect the engine room; or a fixed fire-extinguishing system installed to protect the engine room. Vessel did not have an approved 160-B semi-portable fire extinguisher. 46CFR142.315(a)
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Resolved 5 December 2024
Resolution: O/O purchased 160-B fire extinguisher
08 - Alarms › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (alarms)
Issued 7 March 2024 Resolved
Except as provided in paragraph (d) or (e) of this section, a towing vessel with overnight accommodations and alternating watches when pulling, pushing or hauling alongside one or more barges, must have a system to detect when its master or mate (pilot) becomes incapacitated. The system must: (1) have an alarm in the pilot house distinct from any other alarm... Alerter system did not perform/prove a function test. Make repairs, and provide proof of proper operation.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 7 April 2024
Resolved 15 March 2024
Resolution: Pilot house alerter functioning correctly. Witnessed op test via video.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 17 May 2023 Resolved
Type I retro reflective material must be capable of being attached to lifesaving equipment either by sewing or adhesive. Type II material must be capable of being attached to lifesaving equipment either by mechanical fasteners or by an adhesive. 01 Life buoy was found with out retro reflective tape.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 31 May 2023
Resolved 23 May 2023
Resolution: Recieved photo of new retroreflective tape.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 4 June 2019 Resolved
Install support brackets on exterior wire on bow.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 4 July 2020
Resolved 5 June 2020
Resolution: Vessel rep provided photo of installed support brackets on bow.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Ventilation
Issued 4 June 2019 Resolved
Mount ventilation covers throughout vessel.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 4 July 2020
Resolved 5 June 2020
Resolution: Vessel rep provided photos of vent covers mounted/ secured for sea and readily available for use.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 4 June 2019 Resolved
Repair or remove loose wire on port generator.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 4 July 2020
Resolved 5 June 2020
Resolution: Vessel rep replaced and re-ran wire.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Pipes, wires (insulation)
Issued 4 June 2019 Resolved
Reinstall insulation on hot piping throughout machinery spaces.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 4 July 2020
Resolved 5 June 2020
Resolution: Vessel rep provided photo of reinstalled lagging throughout vessel.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 4 June 2019 Resolved
Install/ cover open spaces in electrical box on 02 deck.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 4 July 2020
Resolved 5 June 2020
Resolution: Vessel rep provided photo of cover installed on open port in electrical box.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Closing devices/watertight doors
Issued 4 June 2019 Resolved
Replace gasket on water tight door leading into galley.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 4 July 2020
Resolved 5 June 2020
Resolution: Vessel rep provided objective evidence of replaced gaskets.
Lifesaving › Lifejacket/PFD (General) › Condition
Issued 23 June 2001 Resolved
Deck plate forward of port main loose.
Condition: Unknown
Due 23 July 2001
Resolved 23 June 2001
Electrical › Lighting (service) › Lighting Fixture
Issued 23 June 2001 Resolved
Gally/Pantry room does not have a light cover.
Condition: Unknown
Due 23 July 2001
Resolved 23 June 2001
Electrical › Lighting (service) › Lighting Fixture
Issued 23 June 2001 Resolved
Two breakers in the elctrical panel on the bridge are missing. Needs breakers or blanks panels in their place
Condition: Unknown
Due 23 July 2001
Resolved 23 June 2001
Navigation
Issued 23 May 1997 Resolved
VESSEL WAS MISSING MAGNETIC COMPASS.
Condition: Unknown
Due 17 September 1997
Resolved 17 September 1997
Navigation
Issued 23 May 1997 Resolved
VESSEL WAS MISSING THE MASTHEAD AND STERN LIGHTS.
Condition: Unknown
Due 17 September 1997
Resolved 17 September 1997
Navigation
Issued 23 May 1997 Resolved
VESSEL WAS MISSING COAST GUARD LIGHT LIST.
Condition: Unknown
Due 17 September 1997
Resolved 17 September 1997
Lifesaving
Issued 23 May 1997 Resolved
VESSEL DIDN'T HAVE ENOUGH TYPE I PFD'S FOR EVERYONE ONBOARD.
Condition: Unknown
Due 17 September 1997
Resolved 17 September 1997

Recorded names · 1

SARATOGA (2009–2011). Names as the Coast Guard recorded them in incident records, with the years they appear; some are renames and some are spelling variants.

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 Vessel Documentation Center, files it here with its date, and every reader of this page gets it.