Records from 1995 to 2025. Most recent: inspection, 21 March 2025.
Documentation record
Registered dimensions (L × B × D)55.7 ft × 22.0 ft × 8.3 ft
Registered tonnagegross 87 / net 59
ITC dimensions (L × B × D)Not recorded
ITC tonnageNot recorded
BuilderFLAGSHIP FABRICATORS INC · BARATARIA, LA, UNITED STATES · built 1979
Hull materialSteel
PropulsionDiesel Reduction
Hull shapeUNSPECIFIED
Hull configurationUNSPECIFIED
Hailing portNEW ORLEANS, LA
Trade endorsementsCoastwise, unrestricted
DocumentationValid · issued 19 September 2025 · expires 31 October 2026
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 it87 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Gross Ton
59 - 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.
Inspection history · 21
21 March 2025
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Houma · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8097248
13 March 2025
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8092354
9 January 2025
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8060578
9 January 2025
Administrative Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8060580
27 June 2024
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Morgan City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7965028
11 March 2024
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Houma · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7879812
15 December 2022
Deficiency Check · Initial Certification · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Houma · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7605084
27 March 2017
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Port Canaveral · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 6112298
18 November 2015
Industry Initiated Exam · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Houma · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 5765946
1 September 2012
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Port Arthur · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4428259
27 July 2012
Industry Initiated Exam · Deficiency Check · DAPI Audit
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Houma · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4393266
10 December 2011
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Port Arthur · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4205462
9 February 2008
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3164790
29 September 2006
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Marine Safety Center (MSC) · Activity 2789740
1 February 2006
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2577401
20 January 2006
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2573119
9 February 2004
Security Plan Review - VSP
Administrative · Marine Safety Center (MSC) · Activity 2003266
28 July 1998
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO NEW ORLEANS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 497487
20 December 1995
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO NEW ORLEANS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 758805
14 November 1995
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO NEW ORLEANS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 196826
14 November 1995
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO NEW ORLEANS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 211666
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Maintenance of Life Saving Appliances
Issued 21 March 2025
Resolved
The manufacturer's instructions for onboard maintenance of lifesaving appliances must be on board the vessel. The following must be provided for each appliance. Maintenance and repair instructions. Vessel's survival craft lacked maintenance.
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 21 March 2025
Resolved 24 March 2025
Resolution: Master provided photo evidence of servicing of lifefloat.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Certificate of Inspection (COI)
Issued 13 March 2025
Resolved
A towing vessel subject to this subchapter and choosing the Coast Guard inspection option, or required to have the Coast Guard inspection option, must undergo an annual inspection within 3 months before or after the COI anniversary date. As of 15Mar25, the vessel is overdue for its annual exam. Vessel is prohibited from commercial operations until it complies with the required examinations.
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 24 March 2025
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 9 January 2025
Resolved
There must be an installed or portable bilge pump for emergency dewatering. Any portable pump must have sufficient hose length and pumping capability. Bilge pump was inoperable due to pump not being connected to piping.
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Due 9 January 2025
Resolved 11 January 2025
Resolution: Engine room bilge pump was demonstrated to function properly.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Oil accumulation in engine room
Issued 9 January 2025
Resolved
All bilges and void spaces are kept free from accumulation of combustible and flammable materials and liquids insofar as practicable. Excessive oily water found in bilge approximately 9in deep on center line.
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Due 9 January 2025
Resolved 11 January 2025
Resolution: Engine room bilges were found to have been pumped out.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 9 January 2025
Resolved
Propulsion machinery, including main engines, reduction gears, shafting, bearings, and electrical equipment and systems, must be maintained to ensure proper operation. Shaft seals were found to be leaking excessively.
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Due 9 January 2025
Resolved 11 January 2025
Resolution: Shaft seals were found to repaired.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (load lines)
Issued 9 January 2025
Resolved
A towing vessel must be maintained and operated so the watertight integrity and stability of the vessel are not compromised. Forepeak was filled with approx 5ft of water.
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Due 9 January 2025
Resolved 11 January 2025
Resolution: Forepeak tank was pumped out.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (fire safety)
Issued 9 January 2025
Resolved
Each towing vessel must be maintained and operated so as to minimize fire hazards. Generator windings and hydraulic pump motor was found to be excessively covered in oily residue.
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Due 9 January 2025
Resolved 11 January 2025
Resolution: Generator and hydraulic pump winding were found to have been cleaned.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 9 January 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. Multiple electrical junction boxes were missing covers.
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Due 9 January 2025
Resolved 11 January 2025
Resolution: Electrical connection box covers were replaced.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 9 January 2025
Resolved
Propulsion machinery, including main engines, reduction gears, shafting, bearings, and electrical equipment and systems, must be maintained to ensure proper operation. Coolant filters were found to be improperly installed and leaking.
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Due 9 January 2025
Resolved 11 January 2025
Resolution: Coolant filters were properly installed.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 9 January 2025
Resolved
All seals and gaskets must be properly maintained to prevent leaks of flammable or combustible liquid. Stbd MDE was leaking oil from multiple gaskets.
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Due 9 January 2025
Resolved 11 January 2025
Resolution: STBD propulsion engine was found free of excessive oil leaks.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (fire safety)
Issued 15 December 2022
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. Starboard side emergency fuel shutoff is free spinning and inoperable.
46 CFR 143.260(b)
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 19 December 2022
Resolved 19 December 2022
Resolution: Valve replaced. Operational to the satisfaction of the MI.
08 - Alarms › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (alarms)
Issued 15 December 2022
Resolved
Alarms must be visible and audible at each operating station. High bilge level alarm was not visible at main operating station. High bilge alarm is not visible at main operating station.
46 CFR 143.230(b)(1)
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 20 December 2022
Resolved 20 December 2022
Resolution: Verified visual alarm and audible alarm alerts at the same time.