Records from 1992 to 2025. Most recent: inspection, 1 December 2025.
Inspection history · 29
1 December 2025
Annual Inspection · Plan Review (Other than "T") · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 8295543
3 November 2025
Annual Inspection · Deficiency Check · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 8262801
29 May 2025
Deficiency Check · Administrative Inspection · Internal Structural Exam · Drydock Exam · Examination of Repairs
Physical examination · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 8146927
27 December 2024
COI Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 8050869
4 December 2024
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 8043053
26 January 2024
Administrative Inspection · Damage Survey
Physical examination · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7856469
6 November 2023
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7820780
26 September 2023
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7798573
1 June 2022
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7484958
22 March 2022
Deficiency Check · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7417086
21 April 2020
Initial Certification
Physical examination · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6973682
9 August 2018
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Navigation Center · Activity 6505662
5 October 2014
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 5000627
17 October 2012
Industry Initiated Exam · MTSA Verification
Physical examination · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 4466345
15 December 2011
Type not recorded
No type recorded · USCGC CAPSTAN (WYTL 65601) · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 4222819
31 August 2011
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 4134040
28 April 2011
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 3997181
3 August 2009
Industry Initiated Exam
Physical examination · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 3554678
23 July 2004
MTSA Verification
Physical examination · MSO HAMPTON ROADS · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 2147864
20 July 2004
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO HAMPTON ROADS · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 2147884
20 March 2001
Uninspected Towing Vessel
Physical examination · MSO PHILADELPHIA · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 1060519
30 January 2000
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO PHILADELPHIA · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 58461
25 March 1999
Uninspected Towing Vessel
Physical examination · MSO PHILADELPHIA · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 1114208
15 November 1996
Uninspected Towing Vessel
Physical examination · MSO HAMPTON ROADS · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 869075
17 June 1996
Uninspected Towing Vessel
Physical examination · MSO HAMPTON ROADS · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 1246453
24 August 1994
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO HAMPTON ROADS · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 729086
4 August 1994
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO HAMPTON ROADS · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 12837
30 September 1993
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Maryland-National Capital Region · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 180408
2 July 1992
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO HAMPTON ROADS · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 91266
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Lights, shapes, sound-signals
Issued 12 November 2025
Resolved
Each towing vessel must be equipped with navigation lights, shapes, and sound signals in accordance with the International Regulations for Prevention of Collisions at Sea (COLREGS) or 33 CFR part 84 as appropriate to its area of operation. Vessels bottom stern tow light was significantly dimmed. Vessel is restricted from nighttime towing ahead or alongside.
46 CFR 140.720
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 20 November 2025
Resolution: Repaired light
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Line-throwing appliance
Issued 12 November 2025
Resolved
Each towing vessel operating in oceans and coastwise service must have a line throwing appliance approved under approval series 160.040. One of the vessel's four charges is expired. Vessel is restricted to operating on a limited coastwise route.
46 CFR 141.385
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 20 November 2025
Resolution: Received new line throwing appliance
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Gauges, thermometers, etc
Issued 12 November 2025
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' starboard auxiliary generator's RPM guage was inoperable.
46 CFR 143.230(c)(3)
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 26 November 2025
Resolved 20 November 2025
Resolution: Replaced gauge
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 12 November 2025
Resolved
Electrical systems and equipment must function properly and minimize system failures and fire and shock hazards.
Water heater in E/R utilized electrical romex wire.
46 CFR 143.400(a)
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 26 November 2025
Resolved 20 November 2025
Resolution: Replaced wire
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (fire safety)
Issued 12 November 2025
Resolved
A towing vessel that is certificated for coastwise must be equipped with a fixed fire-extinguishing system installed to protect the engine room. Entirety of fixed halon systems labeling was labeled as a CO2 system.
46 CFR 142.315(a)(2)(ii)
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 26 November 2025
Resolved 20 November 2025
Resolution: Relabeled
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 3 November 2025
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. Vessel reported a loss of steering. Vessel is to have assist tug during transit to nearest port and restricted from commercial operations until steering has been corrected to the satisfaction of attending marine inspector.
46 CFR 143.205(a)
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 12 November 2025
Resolution: Vessel has new pilot valve. Conducted steering test.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 31 December 2024
Resolved
Propulsion machinery, including main engines, reduction gears, shafting, bearings, and electrical equipment and systems, must:(1) Be maintained to ensure proper operation. Port and starboard main engine lube oil lines are chaffed/worn and require replacement.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 14 January 2025
Resolved 3 January 2025
Resolution: Hoses replaced.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Operation of machinery
Issued 31 December 2024
Resolved
Propulsion machinery, including main engines, reduction gears, shafting, bearings, and electrical equipment and systems, must: (2) Be suitable for route and service. While underway, starboard gear expansion tank sprays out of the top fitting. Install cap or repair expansion tank to prevent spray into engine room.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 14 January 2025
Resolved 7 January 2025
Resolution: Caps installed on expansion tanks.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 31 December 2024
Resolved
Electrical equipment and electrical cables must be suitably protected from wet and corrosive environments. Port and starboard gear auto sensor cables have worn insulation/protective covering and need to be replaced. Ensure cables do not sit directly in bilge under engines when installing new cables.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 14 January 2025
Resolved 3 January 2025
Resolution: New cables installed.
08 - Alarms › N/A - No Subsystem › General alarm
Issued 31 December 2024
Resolved
Each towing vessel must be fitted with a general alarm that:(1) Is activated at each operating station and can notify persons onboard in the event of an emergency. General alarm bell on aft deck is inoperable. Repair/replace to satisfaction of MI.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 14 January 2025
Resolved 3 January 2025
Resolution: New alarm installed and tested.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Remote Means of control (opening,pumps,ventilation,etc.) Machinery spaces
Issued 27 December 2024
Resolved
To stop the flow of fuel in the event of a fire or break in the fuel line, a remote fuel shutoff valve must be fitted on any fuel line that supplies fuel directly to a propulsion engine or generator prime mover. Fuel shutoff valve became inoperable during testing. Repair to satisfaction of MI.
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Resolved 31 December 2024
Resolution: Replaced valve and satisfactorily tested.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances
Issued 27 December 2024
Resolved
Each towing vessel must have either a self-priming, power-driven, fixed fire pump, a fire main, and hoses and nozzles in accordance with paragraphs (a) through (d) of this section. Starboard side fire hose was holed. Replace fire hose to satisfaction of MI.
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Resolved 31 December 2024
Resolution: Fire hoses replaced onboard.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire detection and alarm system
Issued 27 December 2024
Resolved
Fire-detection systems. The system is installed, tested, and maintained in accordance with the manufacturer's design manual. Port side heat detector in engine room was found disassembled from mount. Additionally, vessel was unable to demonstrate testing of fire detection system. Have detection system serviced and demonstrate proper operation of fire detection system to satisfaction of MI.
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Resolved 3 January 2025
Resolution: System serviced and tested.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Ready availability of fire fighting equipment
Issued 27 December 2024
Resolved
The owner, managing operator, or master of a towing vessel must ensure that the vessel's lifesaving and fire suppression and detection equipment complies with the applicable requirements of parts 141 and 142 of this subchapter and is in good working order. Vessel is storing hoses and scrap wood/metal in fixed fire extinguishing cylinder room preventing local release of agent. Remove hoses and scrap to satisfaction of MI.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 10 January 2025
Resolved 31 December 2024
Resolution: All gear removed from cylinder room.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances
Issued 27 December 2024
Resolved
Portable and semi-portable fire extinguishers must be inspected, maintained, and tested in accordance with the inspection, maintenance procedures, and hydrostatic pressure tests required by Chapters 7 and 8 of NFPA 10. Portable extinguishers at the bottom of the engine room stairs (starboard) and in the forepeak have deteriorated hoses. Replace hose/extinguisher to satisfaction of MI.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 10 January 2025
Resolved 31 December 2024
Resolution: Extinguishers were replaced.
08 - Alarms › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (alarms)
Issued 27 December 2024
Resolved
The following alarms must be provided:(7) Low fuel level, if fitted with a day tank. Vessel does not have low fuel level alarm. Install alarm and demonstrate testing to satisfaction of MI prior to credit drydock.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 29 May 2025
Resolution: MI witnessed operational test of low fuel level alarm on day tank. Test satisfactory.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Bridge Navigation Watch Alarm System (BNWAS)
Issued 27 December 2024
Resolved
The system must: Immediately (within 30 seconds) notify another crewmember if the pilothouse alarm is not acknowledged. Pilothouse alerter does not have an alarm to notify another crewmember when alarm is not acknowledged. Install additional notification alarm in crew berthing areas to satisfaction of MI.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 27 January 2025
Resolved 31 December 2024
Resolution: Alarm installed and tested.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 27 December 2024
Resolved
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 total relieving capacity of such relief valves must prevent pressure from exceeding the MAWP, as established by the manufacturer, by more than 10 percent. Aft air receiver does not have a pressure relief valve. Forward air receiver requires new pressure relief valve. Install new pressure relief valves to satisfaction of MI.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 27 January 2025
Resolved 31 December 2024
Resolution: New pressure relief valves installed.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Rudder angle indicator
Issued 27 December 2024
Resolved
Each towing vessel equipped with rudder(s) must have a means to monitor and control the position of the rudder(s) at each operating station. Rudder angle indicators at main operating station and upper operating station are 5 degrees off. Repair indicators to satisfaction of MI.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 30 January 2025
Resolved 3 January 2025
Resolution: Indicators adjusted so all match.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Hull damage impairing seaworthiness
Issued 26 January 2024
Resolved
The cognizant OCMI may require additional examinations of the vessel whenever he or she discovers or suspects damage to hull or structural members that affect the seaworthiness or service of the vessel. Vessel ran hard aground; To conduct damage survey of vessel's hull; Provide damage report and associated dive report to cognizant OCMI and TPO. Vessel to provide salvage plan prior to movement to the Sector Command Center, USCG Sector Delaware Bay.
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 28 January 2024
Resolution: Attended vessel for damage survey. No damage to report. See details in narrative.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Automatic Identification System (AIS)
Issued 9 August 2018
Resolved
Vsl is broadcasting: Measure length in FT (Vsl dimension Must be measured in meters).
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 9 September 2018
Resolved 17 August 2020