Inspection history · 18
5 January 2026
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Marine Safety Unit Paducah · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8290069
30 June 2025
MTSA Verification · COI Inspection
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8151967
22 May 2025
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8141616
8 April 2024
Annual Inspection · MTSA Verification
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7892147
25 April 2023
Administrative Inspection · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7675201
23 June 2022
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7455161
10 June 2021
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7206140
26 March 2020
MTSA Verification · Initial Certification
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6931852
4 June 2019
In-Service Inspection
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6703682
23 February 2011
MTSA Verification · DAPI Audit · Industry Initiated Exam
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3954192
23 October 2006
MTSA Verification
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2806175
18 August 2006
Security Plan Amendment Review - VSP
Administrative · Marine Safety Center (MSC) · Activity 2752208
30 June 2005
Security Plan Amendment Review - VSP
Administrative · Marine Safety Center (MSC) · Activity 2408852
7 March 2005
Security Plan Amendment Review - VSP
Administrative · Marine Safety Center (MSC) · Activity 2304991
7 February 2005
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2606440
10 January 2003
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO NEW ORLEANS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1733667
26 June 1995
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO NEW ORLEANS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 167980
1 March 1995
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO NEW ORLEANS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 112588
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 4 May 2023
Resolved
Nonconductive mats or grating must be provided on the deck in front of each switchboard and, if it is accessible from the rear, on the deck behind the switchboard. Breaker panel switchboard did not have nonconductive mat on the deck.
46CFR143.560(c)
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 4 May 2023
Resolution: Added nonconductive mat.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances
Issued 4 May 2023
Resolved
Certificated for rivers, lakes, bays, and sounds, less than 3 nautical miles from shore on the Great Lakes must be equipped with an approved 160–B semi-portable fire-extinguishing system to protect the engine room. Portable fire-extinguisher pressure gauge in the red. Replace extinguisher.
46CFR142.315(a)(3)(i)
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 4 May 2023
Resolution: Replaced extinguisher.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 4 May 2023
Resolved
Electrical systems and equipment must function properly and minimize system failures and fire and shock hazards. Switchboard gauges were unreadable. Remove or replacement.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 4 May 2023
Resolution: Removed effected gauges.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 4 May 2023
Resolved
Electrical systems and equipment must function properly and minimize system failures and fire and shock hazards. Electric shore tie connection contained water. Clean and reseal.
46CFR143.400(a)
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 4 May 2023
Resolution: Cleaned shoretie.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Closing devices/watertight doors
Issued 4 May 2023
Resolved
Closure devices must be provided for deckhouse or hull penetrations, which open to the exterior of the vessel and which may allow water to enter the vessel. These devices must be suitable for the expected route. Loose dog on watertight door aft of engine room. Tighten dog.
46CFR144.320(b)
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 4 May 2023
Resolution: Tightened dog.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (fire safety)
Issued 23 June 2022
Resolved
Electrical connections must be suitably installed to
prevent them from coming loose through vibration or
accidental contact.
The electrical plug for the battery charger in the
engine room is not secured to the outlet. Secure the
plug to the outlet.
46 CFR 143.400 (i)
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 12 July 2022
Resolution: Cleared to the satisfaction of the CG
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (fire safety)
Issued 23 June 2022
Resolved
Electrical connections must be suitably installed to
prevent them from coming loose through vibration or
accidental contact.
The electrical plug for the lighting on the bridge is
not secured to the outlet. Secure the plug to the
outlet.
46 CFR 143.400 (i)
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 12 July 2022
Resolution: Cleared to the satisfaction of the CG
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (fire safety)
Issued 23 June 2022
Resolved
Electrical systems and equipment must function properly
and minimize system failures and fire and shock hazard.
Both generator windings were found to be dirty. Have
windings cleaned to the satisfaction of the attending
MI.
46 CFR 143.400 (a)
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 12 July 2022
Resolution: Cleared to the satisfaction of the CG
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (fire safety)
Issued 23 June 2022
Resolved
Electrical systems and equipment must function properly
and minimize system failures and fire and shock hazard.
Both Steering gear motor windings were found to be
dirty. Have windings cleaned to the satisfaction of the
attending [name withheld] systems and equipment must function properly
and minimize system failures and fire and shock hazard.
Both Steering gear motor windings were found to be
dirty. Have windings cleaned to the satisfaction of the
attending MI.
46 CFR 143.400 (a)
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 12 July 2022
Resolution: Cleared to the satisfaction of the CG
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Lights, shapes, sound-signals
Issued 23 June 2022
Resolved
Towing vessels 65 feet or less in length may meet the
requirements listed in 33 CFR 183.810 or paragraph (a)
of this section.
The top most red mast light bulb was burnt out. Replace
bulb.
46 CFR 143.415 (b)
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 12 July 2022
Resolution: Cleared to the satisfaction of the CG
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 23 June 2022
Resolved
At least two lifebuoys on a towing vessel greater than
26 feet must be fitted with a floating electrical water
light. The port life ring had an inoperable light.
Replace light on life buoy.
46 CFR 141.360 (c)(2)
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 12 July 2022
Resolution: Cleared to the satisfaction of the CG
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Closing devices/watertight doors
Issued 23 June 2022
Resolved
Closure devices must be provided for deckhouse or hull
penetrations which open to the exterior of the vessel.
The stern void hatch is missing a dog. Replace dog on
hatch.
46 CFR 144.320 (b)
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 12 July 2022
Resolution: Cleared to the satisfaction of the CG
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Oil accumulation in engine room
Issued 23 June 2022
Resolved
Machinery and electrical systems must be designed and
maintained to provide for safe operation of the towing
vessel and safety of persons on board under normal and
emergency conditions. Oil was found in the generator
battery boxes. Remove oil from battery boxes.
46 CFR 143.205 (a)
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 12 July 2022
Resolution: Cleared to the satisfaction of the CG
14 - Pollution Prevention › 141 - MARPOL Annex I › Control of discharge
Issued 10 June 2021
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. Marine Inspector observed two portable electric pumps with discharge lines overboard within the engine room. Remove pumps prior to operation.
46 CFR 140.205 (a)
60c
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Resolved 14 June 2021
Resolution: Recieved documentation that portable pumps had been removed from the vessel
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 10 June 2021
Resolved
Electrical systems and equipment must function properly and minimize system failures and fire and shock hazards. MI observed the switchboard located in the aft, upper deck of the engine room wasted and posing a risk to the crew.
46 CFR 143.400(a)
50C
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Resolved 23 June 2021
Resolution: Received documentation that the switchboard was replaced and functioning properly.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Ventilators, air pipes, casings
Issued 10 June 2021
Resolved
Decks and bulkheads designed to be watertight or weathertight must be maintained in that condition. MI observed a hole penetrating the bulkhead on the upper right corner of the port side engine room ventilation.
46 CFR 140.610 (f)
50C
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Resolved 14 June 2021
Resolution: Received documentation that the hole penetrating the hull had been repaired.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 091 - Living Conditions › Pipes, wires (insulation)
Issued 10 June 2021
Resolved
Each exhaust pipe from an internal combustion engine which is within reach of personnel must be insulated or otherwise guarded to prevent burns. MI observed missing and inadequate lagging on both port and starboard MDE
exhaust piping.
46 CFR 144.830
16C
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 25 June 2021
Resolution: Received images of replaced lagging on engine exhaust.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Oil accumulation in engine room
Issued 4 June 2019
Resolved
Bilge has approximately 2500 gallons of oil, posing a significant threat of fire and pollution. Vessel's bilge being used as storage for entire fleet's used oil products. Pump and clean to satisfaction of CG Marine Inspector.
46 CFR 142.220
Action required: 30 - Ship detained
Resolved 26 March 2020
Resolution: Deficiency cleared by [name withheld]
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Auxiliary engine
Issued 4 June 2019
Resolved
Machinery with active fuel leaks running in close proximity to excessive bilge oil. Correct to satisfaction og CG Marine Inspector.
46 CFR 143.220(a)
Action required: 30 - Ship detained
Resolved 26 March 2020
Resolution: Deficiency cleared by [name withheld]
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Ready availability of fire fighting equipment
Issued 4 June 2019
Resolved
No firefighting equipment available to adequately monitor unsafe conditions. Provide means of proactive management to satisfaction of CG Marine Inspector.
46 CFR 142.105
Action required: 30 - Ship detained
Resolved 26 March 2020
Resolution: Deficiency cleared by [name withheld]
15 - Safety Management Systems (ISM) › N/A - No Subsystem › Certification, verification and control
Issued 4 June 2019
Resolved
Vessel required to be in compliance with Subchapter M.
46 CFR 140.105
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 26 March 2020
Resolution: Deficiency cleared by [name withheld]