GABRIEL J is a 1980 towing vessel. The Coast Guard has recorded 17 inspections since 1996, most recently in October 2025, along with 9 deficiencies, 1 operational control and 2 casualty investigations between 2010 and 2014.
Records from 1996 to 2025. Most recent: inspection, 10 October 2025.
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.
Every line above is a count of records the US Coast Guard wrote, or a date it recorded.
The counts in the strip above are the same counts; this table splits the inspections by
the kind of activity 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.
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Documentation record
Registered dimensions (L × B × D)45.7 ft × 20.0 ft × 6.5 ft
Registered tonnagegross 69 / net 53
ITC dimensions (L × B × D)Not recorded
ITC tonnageNot recorded
BuilderSERODINO INC · GUILD, TN, UNITED STATES · built 1980
Hull materialSteel
PropulsionDiesel Reduction
Hull shapeUNSPECIFIED
Hull configurationUNSPECIFIED
Hailing portST LOUIS, MO
Trade endorsementsCoastwise, unrestricted
DocumentationValid · issued 15 January 2026 · expires 31 January 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 it69 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Gross Ton 53 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Net Ton
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Inspection history · 17
10 October 2025COI Inspection · Administrative Inspection · Special Consideration
Physical examination · Sector Upper Mississippi River · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8241265
Each watertight door must be marked on both sides “water tight door keep closed”. Mark the watertight doors on the PORT and STBD side of the engine room with the same.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 15 December 2023
Resolved 29 November 2023
Resolution: Both sides of both watertight doors have been marked.
The master must ensure all hatches, doors and other openings designed to be watertight or weather tight function properly. The PORT and STBD engine room watertight doors are not watertight. Make repairs to the same ensuring watertight integrity.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 15 December 2023
Resolved 29 November 2023
Resolution: Port and Starboard watertight doors have been adjusted to fully close as designed.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances
Issued 15 November 2023Resolved
The vessels COI requires a 40-B portable extinguisher located near the flammable stowage locker. Provide an additional 40-B portable extinguisher near the flam locker.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 15 December 2023
Resolved 29 November 2023
Resolution: A 40-B fire extinguisher has been located on the stern near the flammable liquid locker.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 091 - Living Conditions › Electrical devices
Issued 15 November 2023Resolved
Electrical systems must minimize system failures, fire and shock hazards. The microwave and refrigerator in the galley are daisy chained with an extension cord. Provide dedicated outlet or remove the same.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 15 December 2023
Resolved 29 November 2023
Resolution: The microwave and refrigerator have been relocated and are now fed by a dedicated outlet.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances
Issued 28 October 2021Resolved
The frame or support of any semi-portable fire extinguisher fitted with wheels must be welded or otherwise permanently attached to a steel bulkhead or deck to prevent it from rolling under heavy sea conditions. Inspection found semi-portable fire extinguisher located on AFT deck was not permanently secured. Prove to the attending Coast Guard marine inspector that the semi-portable fire extinguisher is permanently attached/secured
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 27 November 2021
Resolved 29 October 2021
Resolution: Cleared to the satisfaction of the Coast Guard marine inspector.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Automatic Identification System (AIS)
Issued 27 October 2020Resolved
Automatic Identification Systems (AIS)that provides vessel information, including the vessel's identity, type, position, course, speed, navigational status and other safety-related information automatically to appropriately equipped shore stations, other ships, and aircraft. Inspection found AIS was not displaying the FCC issued call sign, and MMSI number. Prove vessel is displaying proper information to the satisfaction of the Coast Guard marine inspector.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 25 November 2020
Resolved 19 November 2020
Resolution: Cleared to the satisfaction of the Coast Guard marine inspector.
Each towing vessel must have a reliable means to provide notification when an emergency condition exists or an essential system develops problems that require attention: Main engine low lubricating oil pressure and Main engine high cooling water temperature. Prove proper operation of the main diesel engines alarms and monitoring to the satisfaction of the Coast Guard marine inspector.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 25 November 2020
Resolved 14 December 2020
Resolution: Attended the vessel and tested the L.O. high and low pressure alarms and the high cooling water temp. All sat.
Repair/replace worn or painted gasket material on weather tight doors. Proper gasket material provides
weather tight seal to the satisfaction of the Coast
Guard marine inspector.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 25 November 2020
Resolved 19 November 2020
Resolution: Cleared to the satisfaction of the Coast Guard marine inspector.
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. Inspection found PORT flanking gear bolt touching and dragging on deck. Prove proper operation of steering system to the satisfaction of the Coast Guard marine inspector.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 25 November 2020
Resolved 19 November 2020
Resolution: Cleared to the satisfaction of the Coast Guard marine inspector
1 June 2010Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · serious marine incident, as classified · 1 injured · activity 3755222
4 April 2014Routine · role: Transiting Vicinity of Primary Subject · activity 4835980
Each line is an incident investigation the Coast Guard recorded with this hull among the vessels involved, with the date and the classification the Coast Guard gave it. Involvement is not fault. The investigation narrative is not published. Source: IIR, through 2026.
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