Records from 1987 to 2025. Most recent: inspection, 13 June 2025.
Inspection history · 42
13 June 2025
Drydock Exam · Internal Structural Exam · COI Inspection
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8113611
4 September 2024
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7995832
15 August 2024
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Morgan City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7990146
30 July 2024
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Marine Safety Unit Houma · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7970815
31 May 2024
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Morgan City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7948154
27 July 2023
MTSA Verification · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7738846
17 August 2022
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Houma · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7536347
19 October 2021
Annual Inspection · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7335784
9 July 2020
Administrative Inspection · Initial Certification
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6956399
15 May 2020
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6955830
28 January 2020
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Station Sabine · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6898355
5 February 2018
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Texas City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7146510
19 January 2016
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Houma · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 5799523
16 January 2016
Examination of Repairs
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 5801652
30 November 2015
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Baton Rouge · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 5772366
9 November 2014
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Baton Rouge · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 5021083
30 August 2014
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Baton Rouge · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4972651
15 July 2013
Administration
Administrative · Commandant (CG-CVC) · Activity 4653854
25 September 2012
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Station Gulfport · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4450275
6 September 2012
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4438024
26 May 2011
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4023209
9 May 2011
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4012678
17 February 2011
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3951726
24 February 2010
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Vicksburg · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3685263
9 December 2009
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Baton Rouge · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3648242
23 August 2009
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Vicksburg · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3577389
14 May 2001
Examination of Repairs
Physical examination · MSO NEW ORLEANS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1063404
24 December 2000
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO HOUSTON/GALVESTON · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 725629
21 November 2000
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO HOUSTON/GALVESTON · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 725628
24 October 2000
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO NEW ORLEANS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 639571
5 October 2000
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO NEW ORLEANS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 153973
5 October 2000
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO HOUSTON/GALVESTON · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 209922
3 May 2000
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 34465
15 August 1999
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO MORGAN CITY · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 62339
15 January 1999
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO MORGAN CITY · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 424663
20 June 1998
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO Corpus Christi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 417688
7 April 1998
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO HOUSTON/GALVESTON · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 508866
24 March 1998
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSU LAKE CHARLES · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 110335
8 March 1994
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSU GALVESTON · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 146275
10 August 1992
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO MORGAN CITY · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 101270
16 December 1991
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO PORT ARTHUR · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 144949
28 April 1987
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO PORT ARTHUR · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 315950
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Line-throwing appliance
Issued 30 July 2025
Resolved
A towing vessel's survival craft must meet the functional requirements of paragraphs (b)(1) through (5) of this section. (2) Have an aggregate capacity sufficient to accommodate the total number of individuals onboard.
The capacity of the current life float onboard had a max capacity of 4 persons. Vessel is restricted to 3NM from shore until a sufficiently sized life float is properly installed.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 7 August 2025
Resolved 13 August 2025
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 30 July 2025
Resolved
(a) Machinery and electrical systems must be designed and maintained to provide for safe operation of the towing vessel and safety of persons onboard under normal and emergency conditions.
MI observed exhaust leaks on both the starboard generator and port main engine.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 7 August 2025
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Ready availability of fire fighting equipment
Issued 30 July 2025
Resolved
If a dedicated storage cabinet is provided it must be secured to the vessel so that it does not move.
Both yellow flame lockers on the aft 02 deck were not secured and easily rocked.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 13 August 2025
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Ready availability of fire fighting equipment
Issued 30 July 2025
Resolved
A 40-B portable fire extinguisher must be located near the storage room or cabinet.
No fire extinguisher located by the flame lockers. Must affixed in its vicinity.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 13 August 2025
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire pumps and its pipes
Issued 30 July 2025
Resolved
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 pilot-tube pressure of at least 344 kilopascals (kPa) (50 pounds per square inch (psi)), and a flow rate of at least 300 liters per minute (lpm) (80 gallons per minute (gpm)).
MI observed no gauge on the fire main and hose was compressing under MIs weight.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 13 August 2025
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Ventilators, air pipes, casings
Issued 30 July 2025
Resolved
Means must be provided for stopping each fan in a ventilation system serving machinery spaces and for closing, in case of fire, each doorway, ventilator, and annular space around funnels and other openings into such spaces.
MI discovered missing securing devices for ventilation closures.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 18 August 2025
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Emergency, lighting, batteries and switches
Issued 30 July 2025
Resolved
Emergency lighting must be provided for internal crew working and living areas. Emergency lighting sources must provide for sufficient illumination under emergency conditions to facilitate egress.
MI noted that the light in the upper engine room was inoperable and not secured.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 18 August 2025
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 091 - Living Conditions › Sanitary Facilities
Issued 30 July 2025
Resolved
Safe operation and servicing of the device so that any discharge meets the applicable requirements.
Noxious fumes were coming from the vent, maintain MSD to manufacturers' instructions and maintain instructions onboard.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 11 August 2025
Resolved 13 August 2025
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Guards - fencing around dangerous machinery parts
Issued 30 July 2025
Resolved
An exposed hazard such as gears and rotating machinery, must be protected by a cover, guard or rail. This is not meant to restrict access to towing equipment such as winches, drums, towing gear or steering compartment equipment necessary for the operation of the vessel.
MI observed there was not grating over the aft deck steering gear.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 11 August 2025
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Lighting (Working spaces)
Issued 30 July 2025
Resolved
Sufficient lighting suitable for the marine environment must be provided within crew working and living areas.
Exterior lights on the port side were missing covers.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 13 August 2025
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 30 July 2025
Resolved
Electrical equipment and electrical cables must be suitably protected from wet and corrosive environments.
Battery on davit was in an open container. MI also noticed that the davit winch was missing bolts, and line was fraying. Provide maintenance record.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 18 August 2025
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 30 July 2025
Resolved
[withheld — contains personal information; the deficiency system, dates, and resolution status are shown above]
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 18 August 2025
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 012 - Crew Certificates › Certificates for radio personnel
Issued 30 July 2025
Resolved
Issuance of this certificate indicates that the vessel complies with the Communications Act and the Safety Convention. - 47 CFR 80.5
MI observed the safety radiotelephony certificate was illegible.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 7 August 2025
Resolved 13 August 2025
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Lights, shapes, sound-signals
Issued 30 July 2025
Resolved
Each towing vessel must be equipped with navigation lights, shapes, and sound signals in accordance with the Internationl Regulations for Prevention of Collisions at Sea (COLREGS) or 33 CFR Part 84 as appropriate to its area of operation.
No day shapes were onboard.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 19 August 2025
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 30 July 2025
Resolved
Unless otherwise specified in this section, the Vessel Security Officer must keep records of the activities as set out in paragraph (b) of this section for at least 2 years and make them available to the Coast Guard upon request.j
No record of maintaining security equipment was found.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 19 August 2025
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 24 September 2024
Resolved
Machinery and electrical systems must be designed and maintained to provide for safe operation of the towing vessel and safety of persons onboard under normal and emergency conditions. The bilge pump junction box in the engine room was broken off. 46 CFR 143.205(a)
Condition: Damaged By Earlier Event
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 8 October 2024
Resolved 8 October 2024
Resolution: Received pictures. All sat.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Gauges, thermometers, etc
Issued 24 September 2024
Resolved
Tests and examinations must verify that the system or equipment functions as designed. Port main engine expansion tank low level alarm murphy switch is missing making it unable to test. 46 CFR 143.245(a)
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 8 October 2024
Resolved 9 October 2024
Resolution: Received video of alarm operating. All sat.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Machinery
Issued 24 September 2024
Resolved
Pressure vessel relief valves must be tested twice every 5 years no more than 3 years elapsing since last test. Relief Valve hasn't been tested since the 90s. 46CFR 143.245(b)
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 8 October 2024
Resolved 18 October 2024
Resolution: Received pictures of new PRV. All sat.
14 - Pollution Prevention › 141 - MARPOL Annex I › Retention of oil on board
Issued 4 September 2024
Resolved
Using containment of sufficient capacity to contaon most
likely spill. Containment is full of water. 46CFR 140.655 (b)(2)
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 8 October 2024
Resolved 8 October 2024
Resolution: Received pictures. All sat.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 17 August 2022
Resolved
"The valve must be operable from a safe place outside the space where the valve is installed."
The remote fuel shutoff valve for the starboard fuel tank was inoperable. Repair so that the fuel shutoff valve is operable.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 19 August 2022
Resolution: Oberseved successful operation of the fuel shutoff valve.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Gauges, thermometers, etc
Issued 17 August 2022
Resolved
"Pressure vessels must be equipped with an indicating pressure gauge in a readily visible location."
The pressure gauge currently installed does not read high enough to the setting of the relief valve or MAWP. Obtain a pressure gauge that can read a pressure to at least the setting of the relief valve.
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 19 August 2022
Resolution: Vessel obtained a pressure gauge able to read the MAWP of the Air reciever.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Echo sounder
Issued 17 August 2022
Resolved
"Towing vessels must be equipped with a fathometer."
Vessel does not currently have a fathometer. Vessel must install a fathometer at its next dryocking period.
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 31 July 2025
Resolved 24 September 2024
Resolution: Verified installation on annual inspection. All sat.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (navigation)
Issued 17 August 2022
Resolved
"Existing vessels must meet the pilothouse alerter requirements no later than 5 years after the issuance of the first COI for the vessel."
Vessel needs to install a pilothouse alerter before the expiration of the COI.
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 25 July 2025
Resolved 30 July 2025
Resolution: Installed Pilot [name withheld]
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 27 July 2020
Resolved
Deferred implementation: (if the vessel has early compliance with either of these 2 items and you have verified it (statement from TPO or on the survey report), then mention it in the Other Information section above, and delete it from below).
1) Pilothouse Alert System per 46CFR143.450 (a) (2)
2) Towing machinery requirements per 46CFR143.460
Vessel documentation uploaded into MISLE documents.
____ deficiencies issued, ____ cleared, ____ remains outstanding. Vessel fit for route and service.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 10 August 2020
Resolved 13 August 2020
Resolution: Received close out report with pictures of wiring caped off and electrical door closure device.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Automatic Identification System (AIS)
Issued 27 July 2020
Resolved
Deferred implementation: (if the vessel has early compliance with either of these 2 items and you have verified it (statement from TPO or on the survey report), then mention it in the Other Information section above, and delete it from below).
1) Pilothouse Alert System per 46CFR143.450 (a) (2)
2) Towing machinery requirements per 46CFR143.460
Vessel documentation uploaded into MISLE documents.
____ deficiencies issued, ____ cleared, ____ remains outstanding. Vessel fit for route and service.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 10 August 2020
Resolved 13 August 2020
Resolution: Received close out report with training for master and printed reference card posted for reference.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire pumps and its pipes
Issued 27 July 2020
Resolved
A fixed fire pump must be capable of being energized remotely from a safe place outside the engine room and at the pump. Vessel did not have a means to start the fire pump locally. Install a means to start fire pump locally to the satisfaction of the Marine Inspector.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 10 August 2020
Resolved 13 August 2020
Resolution: Received close out report showing installed fire pump start switch beside fire pump.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances
Issued 27 July 2020
Resolved
A 40-B portable fire extinguisher must be located near the storage room or cabinet. This is in addition to the portable fire extinguishers required by tables 142.230(a) and 142.230(b) of this part. Vessel did not have a 40-B extinguisher near or on the storage cabinet. Provide additional fire extinguisher as required.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 10 August 2020
Resolved 19 August 2020
Resolution: Receieved TBS picture and close out report showing extingusher near the paint locker.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Oil accumulation in engine room
Issued 27 July 2020
Resolved
All bilges and void spaces are kept free from accumulation of combustible and flammable materials and liquids insofar as practicable. Marine inspector witnessed 5 gallon bucket under the Stbd MDE, filters and oil in bilges, oily water in the shaft area with pumps directly overboard. Vessel is required to empty, clean and dispose of waste oil properly.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 10 August 2020
Resolved 13 August 2020
Resolution: Received pictures showing the bilges were completely clean.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Auxiliary engine
Issued 27 July 2020
Resolved
Piping and machinery components that exceed 220, including fittings flanges, valves, exhaust manifolds and turbocharges must be insulated. STBD SSDG did not have insulation. Vessel is required to install proper lagging on turbocharger.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 10 August 2020
Resolved 13 August 2020
Resolution: Received pictures of the STBD installed lagging on turbo charger.
08 - Alarms › N/A - No Subsystem › Machinery controls alarm
Issued 27 July 2020
Resolved
The following systems must be equipped with gauges at the machinery location: Auxiliary generator engine lubricating oil pressure and auxiliary generator engine RPM. Vessel is not equipped with RPM gauges on either Port or STBD SSDG. Install properly working RPM gauges on SSDGs.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 10 August 2020
Resolved 13 August 2020
Resolution: Received close out report showing RPM gauges were installed on both SSDG.
08 - Alarms › N/A - No Subsystem › General alarm
Issued 27 July 2020
Resolved
General Alarm... Has installed, in the Engine room and any other area where background noise makes a general alarm hard to hear, a supplemental flashing red light that is identified with a sign that reads "Attention General Alarm-When Alarm Sounds or Flashes Go to Your Station" Vessel did not have an operable flashing light in the Engine Room. Provide a flashing red light with sign.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 10 August 2020
Resolved 13 August 2020
Resolution: Received picture from company showing the installed light and warning sign installed in lower engine room.
15 - Safety Management Systems (ISM) › N/A - No Subsystem › Reports of non-conf., accidents & hazardous occur.
Issued 27 July 2020
Resolved
Each towing vessel must comply with the requirements of Part 4 of this chapter for reporting marine casualties and retaining voyage records. Master was unaware of marine casualties and reporting requirements.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 10 August 2020
Resolved 13 August 2020
Resolution: Received training report for master.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Railing, gangway, walkway and means for safe passage
Issued 27 July 2020
Resolved
Rails or equivalent protection must be installed near the periphery of all decks accessible to crew. Equivalent protection may include lifelines, wire rope, chains, and bulwarks that provide strength and support equivalent to fixed rails. (b) In areas where space limitations make deck rails impractical, such as at narrow catwalks in way of deckhouse sides, hang grabs may be substituted. Vessels bulwarks are 19" which is not equivalent protection of rails. Install rails/ equivalent protection or hand grabs on the main deck.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 10 August 2020
Resolved 13 August 2020
Resolution: Received pictures showing new hand rails installed on the vessel.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Remote Means of control (opening,pumps,ventilation,etc.) Machinery spaces
Issued 9 July 2020
Resolved
Deferred implementation: (if the vessel has early compliance with either of these 2 items and you have verified it (statement from TPO or on the survey report), then mention it in the Other Information section above, and delete it from below).
1) Pilothouse Alert System per 46CFR143.450 (a) (2)
2) Towing machinery requirements per 46CFR143.460
Vessel documentation uploaded into MISLE documents.
____ deficiencies issued, ____ cleared, ____ remains outstanding. Vessel fit for route and service.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 10 August 2020
Resolved 13 August 2020
Resolution: Received close out report with 3 pictures of the tank valves with shuf off along with pull location.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances
Issued 9 July 2020
Resolved
One 40-B portable fire extinguisher fitted in the engine room for each 1,000 brake horsepower of the MDE. Vessel is a 1800 H.P vessel with 01 40-B in the engine room. Vessel is required to have 2 40-B extinguishers in the engine room.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 10 August 2020
Resolved 13 August 2020
Resolution: Received picture showing 02 fire extingushers mounted at the bottom of the ladder in the Engine Room.
Navigation
Issued 15 January 1999
Resolved
Missing notice to mariners.
Condition: Unknown
Due 15 February 1999
Resolved 20 January 1999
Unknown
Issued 15 January 1999
Resolved
MISSING OFFICIAL NUMBER PERMAMENTLY MARKED IN THE ENGINE ROOM.
Condition: Unknown
Due 15 February 1999
Resolved 20 January 1999
Navigation
Issued 15 January 1999
Resolved
MISSING MARPOL PLACARD IN GALLEY, BRIDGE, AND AT THE OVERBOARD DISCHARGE VALVES IN ENGINE ROOM.
Condition: Unknown
Due 15 February 1999
Resolved 20 January 1999
Navigation
Issued 15 January 1999
Resolved
CHARTS NOT CORRECTED.
Condition: Unknown
Due 15 February 1999
Resolved 20 January 1999
Navigation
Issued 15 January 1999
Resolved
NAME AND PORT MISSING ON THE STERN OF VESSEL.
Condition: Unknown
Due 15 February 1999
Resolved 20 January 1999
Lifesaving
Issued 28 April 1987
Resolved
PROVIDE RETRO-REFLECTIVE MATERIAL FOR THE PERSONAL FLOTATION DEVICES ON BOARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH 46CFR25.25-5.
Condition: Unknown
Due 28 April 1987
Resolved 28 April 1987