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JOSEPH W CARL
- Built
- 1979
- Last inspected
- 3 October 2025
- Documentation
- Valid · NVDC file of 10 August 2026
- Deficiencies
- 12 recorded · 0 without a recorded resolution
- 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
3 October 2025
…with no type recorded38
Deficiencies
12 recorded · 0
without a recorded resolution
Operational controls
None recorded without a removal date
Years with a record
19 calendar years (1995–2025)
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
614577
8635851
WDK3445
178304
Flag
UNITED STATES
Maury page id
psix-178304
Documentation record
Registered dimensions (L × B × D)63.0 ft × 24.1 ft × 9.6 ft
Registered tonnagegross 137 / net 93
ITC dimensions (L × B × D)Not recorded
ITC tonnageNot recorded
BuilderLOUIS G ORTIS BOAT COMPAN · KROTZ SPRINGS, LA, UNITED STATES · built 1979
Hull materialSteel
PropulsionDiesel Reduction
Hull shapeUNSPECIFIED
Hull configurationUNSPECIFIED
Hailing portBELLAIRE, OH
Endorsements, as the file codes themcw_un
DocumentationValid · issued 8 May 2026 · expires 30 June 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 it137 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Gross Ton
93 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Net Ton
93 - 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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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 · 27
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.
PRIDE OF BELLAIRE Towing Vessel · MISLE 191641 · 15 February 2010 · activity 3680461KIRBY 20708 Tank Barge · MISLE 48861 · 11 June 2008 · activity 3235040KIRBY 23732B Tank Barge · MISLE 48863 · 11 June 2008 · activity 3235040KIRBY 14826B Tank Barge · MISLE 40783 · 22 October 2007 · activity 3085268930 Tank Barge · MISLE 47431 · 2 July 2007 · activity 2992478KIRBY 14804 Tank Barge · MISLE 50503 · 2 July 2007 · activity 2992478KIRBY 8000 Tank Barge · MISLE 248397 · 2 July 2007 · activity 2992478KIRBY 10347 Tank Barge · MISLE 46156 · 16 August 2006 · activity 2757513KIRBY 10427 Tank Barge · MISLE 50088 · 16 August 2006 · activity 2757513SCF RELIANT Towing Vessel · MISLE 68664 · 16 August 2006 · activity 2757513KIRBY 30016T Tank Barge · MISLE 450673 · 16 August 2006 · activity 2757513KIRBY 28066 Tank Barge · MISLE 696911 · 16 August 2006 · activity 2757513KIRBY 28074 Tank Barge · MISLE 810445 · 16 August 2006 · activity 2757513TL 205 Freight Barge · MISLE 371484 · 2 June 2006 · activity 2673012CH0514 Freight Barge · MISLE 738368 · 27 January 2006 · activity 2578756OR 2224 Freight Barge · MISLE 471582 · 1 April 2005 · activity 2326840OR 2154 Freight Barge · MISLE 505778 · 1 April 2005 · activity 2326840OR 3988 Freight Barge · MISLE 202630 · 23 January 2001 · activity 21499UNCLE PETER Towing Vessel · MISLE 92004 · 14 January 2001 · activity 98923ATC 910 Freight Barge · MISLE 193175 · 21 December 1999 · activity 47025CHARLES ROSS Towing Vessel · MISLE 139707 · 13 September 1999 · activity 22229SCNO 8002 Freight Barge · MISLE 178718 · 13 September 1999 · activity 22229KIRBY 15429 Tank Barge · MISLE 49311 · 28 July 1996 · activity 2873M/G 232 Freight Barge · MISLE 114216 · 28 July 1996 · activity 2873MR ALEX Towing Vessel · MISLE 127259 · 28 July 1996 · activity 2873M/G 527 Freight Barge · MISLE 172423 · 28 July 1996 · activity 2873M G 910 Freight Barge · MISLE 205073 · 28 July 1996 · activity 2873Inspection history · 58
3 October 2025
COI Inspection · Administrative Inspection · Drydock Exam · Internal Structural Exam
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Pittsburgh · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8234551
23 September 2022
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Marine Safety Unit Pittsburgh · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7564847
24 March 2020
Initial Certification · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Pittsburgh · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6931737
21 August 2013
Industry Initiated Exam
Physical examination · Sector Corpus Christi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4692884
1 March 2013
Industry Initiated Exam · MTSA Verification
Physical examination · Sector Houston/Galveston · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4542802
29 June 2012
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Port Arthur · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4361032
18 June 2012
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Port Arthur · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4347867
8 May 2012
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Port Arthur · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4306061
9 March 2012
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Port Arthur · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4260343
25 January 2012
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Port Arthur · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4231279
10 August 2010
Industry Initiated Exam
Physical examination · Sector Houston/Galveston · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3833611
15 February 2010
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Houston/Galveston · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3680461
29 October 2009
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Victoria · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3623971
14 September 2009
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Houston/Galveston · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3594606
9 January 2009
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Marine Safety Unit Galveston · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3391715
9 January 2009
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Galveston · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3394952
11 June 2008
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Port Arthur · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3235040
22 October 2007
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Galveston · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3085268
3 July 2007
Damage Survey · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Galveston · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2982464
2 July 2007
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Galveston · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2992478
13 April 2007
MTSA Verification · Uninspected Other
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Galveston · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2907539
19 November 2006
Uninspected Other
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Port Arthur · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2825954
6 November 2006
MTSA Verification · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Houston/Galveston · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2831282
10 October 2006
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Marine Safety Unit Galveston · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2798591
9 October 2006
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Galveston · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2798560
29 September 2006
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Marine Safety Center (MSC) · Activity 2789818
26 September 2006
Security Plan Review - VSP
Administrative · Marine Safety Center (MSC) · Activity 2787217
11 September 2006
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Marine Safety Center (MSC) · Activity 2775190
11 September 2006
Security Plan Amendment Review - ASP
Administrative · Marine Safety Center (MSC) · Activity 2775210
16 August 2006
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Houston/Galveston · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2757513
2 June 2006
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Galveston · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2673012
27 January 2006
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Morgan City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2578756
25 August 2005
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Port Arthur · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2629174
22 April 2005
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · MSO NEW ORLEANS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2340583
1 April 2005
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO MORGAN CITY · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2326840
25 February 2005
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO PORT ARTHUR · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2302316
17 October 2004
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSU GALVESTON · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2229409
23 June 2004
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO PORT ARTHUR · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2107893
30 March 2004
Security Inspection
Physical examination · MSO PORT ARTHUR · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2034635
25 February 2004
Security Inspection
Physical examination · MSO PORT ARTHUR · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2012751
10 February 2004
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO NEW ORLEANS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2015591
29 December 2003
Security Plan Review - ASP
Administrative · Marine Safety Center (MSC) · Activity 1977967
29 October 2003
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO MORGAN CITY · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1938469
2 January 2003
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Station New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1756722
14 March 2001
Type not recorded
No type recorded · CGC POINT SAL · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1521059
23 January 2001
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO PORT ARTHUR · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 21499
14 January 2001
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO MORGAN CITY · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 98923
28 June 2000
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO PORT ARTHUR · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 153901
21 December 1999
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO PORT ARTHUR · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 47025
13 September 1999
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO MORGAN CITY · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 22229
30 December 1997
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO MORGAN CITY · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 158707
18 November 1996
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSU LAKE CHARLES · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 770856
14 November 1996
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSU LAKE CHARLES · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 197728
28 July 1996
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSU LAKE CHARLES · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2873
15 February 1996
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO MORGAN CITY · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 39205
26 July 1995
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO MORGAN CITY · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 761632
7 July 1995
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO MORGAN CITY · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 79089
7 July 1995
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO MORGAN CITY · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 197718
Deficiency record · 12
08 - Alarms › N/A - No Subsystem › Machinery controls alarm
Issued 3 October 2025
Resolved
Machinery systems must be equipped with gauges at the machinery location that monitor engine parameters. The machinery systems were not displaying the required parameters. Repair/Replace machinery monitoring system(s).
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 3 October 2025
Resolved
Pressure vessels over 5 cubic feet and 15 PSI must be equipped with atleast one spring-loaded relief valve with a relieving capacity sufficient to prevent pressure from exceeding MAWP by no more than 10 percent. Relief valves must be tested twice in 5 years, not to exceed 3 years between tests. The main air receiver was not tested or recorded as being tested/replaced. The secondary air compressor had a MAWP of 150PSI with an 170PSI relief installed, excedding 10 percent. Replace/test/record Pressure relief valves.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 3 October 2025
Resolved
Electrical equipment must be marked with its respective current and voltage ratings. Both panels in the lower engine room, forward, are missing labels. The stbd panel is missing it's voltage labeled on the exterior and the port panel is missing its label as well as a blank breaker. Properly label and secure the breaker/panel.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Auxiliary engine
Issued 3 October 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. Both generators have excess oil and dust/dirt built up within the electrical side of the generator, creating a fire hazard. perform proper maintenance/cleaning on both generators.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Ventilation (Working spaces)
Issued 3 October 2025
Resolved
Means must be provided for stopping each fan in a ventilation system serving machinery spaces and for closing in case of fire. Both stack vents were equipped with doors to seal ventilation, however the doors did not close properly. Repair ventilation closure doors.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 3 October 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. Vessel’s steering system was found to have excessive hydraulic fluid on the equipment and surrounding area. In addition, a new limit block was incorrectly installed (welded in wrong position) on the steering system – not allowing for proper operation of the system. Clean hydraulic fluid and repair any leaks that are detected. Relocate incorrectly positioned limit block to allow proper operation of steering system.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Ready availability of fire fighting equipment
Issued 3 October 2025
Resolved
A vessel must be operated in accordance with applicable laws and regulations and in such a manner as to afford protection against hazards to life, property, and the environment. Portable fire extinguisher in engine room was sitting loose on the deck and not in a bracket designed for the extinguisher. Acquire, install and place extinguisher in bracket approved for the fire extinguisher.
Operations/Management › Drills/Instruction › Fire
Issued 3 July 2007
Resolved
Vessel is to conduct MOB, fire drill and abandon ship drill prior to departing and log drills in ship's log.
Construction/Loadline › Hull › Hull Plating
Issued 13 April 2007
Resolved
Vessel is allowed to complete transit to Houston with current load - vessel is not able to operate in commercial capacity upon completion of transit due to hull penetration in starboard wing void. All repairs are to be made to the satisfaction of US Coast Guard Marine Inspector.
Communications › Radio Communications › VHF Radiotelephone
Issued 13 April 2007
Resolved
[withheld — contains personal information; the deficiency system, dates, and resolution status are shown above]
Operations/Management › Drills/Instruction › Not Conducted
Issued 13 April 2007
Resolved
Vessel must provide crew with drills/training IAW 46CFR27.355, 46CFR27.355(c), and 46CFR27.355(d).
Fire Fighting › Emergency Fire Pumps › Arrangement
Issued 13 April 2007
Resolved
Vessel must provide fire suppression equipment IAW 46CFR27.301.
Recorded names · 2
PAT SALVAGGIO (2001–2006), NORTH WIND (2006–2010). 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
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