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MISS ELLA MAE
MISS ELLA MAE is a 1980 towing vessel. The Coast Guard has recorded 9 inspections since 2010, most recently in June 2025, along with 22 deficiencies and 2 casualty investigations between 2010 and 2013.
Records from 2010 to 2025. Most recent: inspection, 10 June 2025.
- Built
- 1980
- Last inspected
- 10 June 2025
- Documentation
- Valid · documentation file of 10 August 2026
- Deficiencies
- 22 recorded · 0 without a recorded resolution
- Controls
- None recorded without a removal date
- Casualties
- 2 investigations · 2010–2013
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
10 June 2025
…with no type recorded2
Deficiencies
22 recorded · 0
without a recorded resolution
Operational controls
None recorded without a removal date
Years with a record
7 calendar years (2010–2025)
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
623795
WDJ9796
186714
Flag
UNITED STATES
Maury page id
psix-186714
Documentation record
Registered dimensions (L × B × D)56.6 ft × 22.0 ft × 8.2 ft
Registered tonnagegross 68 / net 54
ITC dimensions (L × B × D)Not recorded
ITC tonnageNot recorded
BuilderORANGE SHIPBUILDING COMPANY INC · ORANGE, TX, UNITED STATES · built 1980
Hull materialSteel
PropulsionDiesel Reduction
Hull shapeShip
Hull configurationMonohull
Hailing portHOUMA, LA
Trade endorsementsCoastwise, unrestricted
DocumentationValid · issued 29 May 2026 · expires 31 May 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 it68 - Simplified, Gross Ton
54 - Simplified, Net Ton
54 - Simplified, 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.
Vessel history report
Every record for this hull, in one document — $299
Every recorded inspection, 1980 to 2026 for this class, 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 · 2
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.
MARINE SERVICE MASTER 1606 Freight Barge · MISLE 208386 · 22 January 2010 · activity 3677471MR. ROLAND Towing Vessel · MISLE 680379 · 22 January 2010 · activity 3677471Inspection history · 9
10 June 2025
COI Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Houma · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8155955
27 August 2024
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Marine Safety Unit Houma · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7990233
30 June 2023
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Houma · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7727392
11 March 2022
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Marine Safety Unit Morgan City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7410144
9 December 2021
Initial Certification · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Houma · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7366424
13 May 2021
Initial Certification · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Houma · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7196333
16 April 2013
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Morgan City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4569931
30 April 2010
Deficiency Check · Industry Initiated Exam
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Houma · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3768849
22 January 2010
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Morgan City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3677471
Deficiency record · 22
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire detection and alarm system
Issued 7 July 2021
Resolved
Each towing vessel must be equipped with a means to detect smoke in the berthing spaces and lounges that alerts individuals in those spaces. Vessel did not have smoke detectors in berthing spaces.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Lighting (Working spaces)
Issued 7 July 2021
Resolved
Other than excepted vessels, each towing vessel must be arranged so that the following essential loads can be energized from two independent sources of electricity: Emergency egress lighting. Emergency egress lighting in engine room is not operational.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Lights, shapes, sound-signals
Issued 7 July 2021
Resolved
The owner, managing operator, or master of each towing vessel must maintain the required navigational-safety equipment in a fully-functioning, operational condition. Three navigation lights were not operational.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (navigation)
Issued 7 July 2021
Resolved
The owner, managing operator, or master of each towing vessel must maintain the required navigational-safety equipment in a fully-functioning, operational condition. Mast nuts and bolts 1 tighten, 2 missing nut, 1 missing nut and bolt.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Gauges, thermometers, etc
Issued 7 July 2021
Resolved
The following systems must be equipped with gauges at the machinery location: Main engine RPM; RPM gauges on both engines are broken
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Gauges, thermometers, etc
Issued 7 July 2021
Resolved
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. The following alarms must be provided: Low hydraulic steering fluid levels. Hydraulic steering fluid alarm is not operational.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Charts
Issued 7 July 2021
Resolved
The charts or maps must be either current editions or currently corrected editions if the vessel engages in towing exclusively on navigable waters of the U.S., including Western Rivers. The vessel did not have current or currently corrected versions of charts on board.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances
Issued 7 July 2021
Resolved
All portable fire extinguishers and semi-portable fire-extinguishing systems must be inspected or tested at least once every 12 months. Vessel lacked fire extinguisher test records for all four portable fire extinguishers required.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Ventilators, air pipes, casings
Issued 7 July 2021
Resolved
Piping and tanks exposed to the outside of the hull must be made of metal and maintained in a leak free condition. The vessel’s bilge vent on the starboard side is rusted through.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 7 July 2021
Resolved
All pressure vessels must have the MAWP indicated by a stamp, nameplate, or other means visible to the crew. MAWP is not indicated on the pressure vessel.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Obstruction/slipping, etc.
Issued 7 July 2021
Resolved
The owner or managing operator must implement procedures to identify and mitigate health and safety hazards including but not limited to Slips, trips, and falls. The ladder from the bridge deck to the top of the vessel has loose wires wrapped around it.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (navigation)
Issued 7 July 2021
Resolved
The marine employer must have a sufficient number of alcohol testing devices readily accessible on board the vessel to determine the presence of alcohol in the system of each individual who was directly involved in the SMI. The vessel did not have alcohol testing devices on board.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Doors
Issued 7 July 2021
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. Starboard bridge door doesn’t seal properly.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Distress flares
Issued 7 July 2021
Resolved
Portable watertight containers for pyrotechnic distress signals must be of a bright color and must be clearly marked in legible contrasting letters at least 12.7 millimeters (0.5 inches) high with “DISTRESS SIGNALS.” Watertight container was not marked.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 7 July 2021
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. The vessel’s bilge strainer is leaking.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Nautical publications
Issued 7 July 2021
Resolved
A towing vessel must carry adequate and up-to-date charts, maps, and nautical publications for the intended voyage, including: “U.S. Coast Pilot” or similar publication. The vessel does not have an up-to-date version of U.S. Coast Pilot on board.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 7 July 2021
Resolved
Propulsion machinery, including main engines, must: Be maintained to ensure proper operation. Chafed fuel hose found on Starboard main engine.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 7 July 2021
Resolved
If more than one lifebuoy is carried, at least one must not have a lifeline attached. Both lifebuoys carried on board have lifelines attached.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 24 May 2021
Resolved
There must be an installed or portable bilge pump for emergency dewatering. Bilge pump onboard is not operational. ITV shall make effective repairs to the pump and provide evidence of satisfactory operation to the attending MI prior to movement.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire pumps and its pipes
Issued 13 May 2021
Resolved
Each towing vessel must either have a self-priming, power-drive, fixed fire pump or a portable pump onboard for fire suppression. ITV has a portable fire pump onboard that is not operational. ITV shall make effective repairs to the portable fire pump and provide evidence of satisfactory operation with a minimum discharge capacity of 80 gpm & discharge pressure of 60 psi, measured at the pump discharge outlet. Repairs
shall made to the satisfaction of the attending MI prior
to movement.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Oil accumulation in engine room
Issued 13 May 2021
Resolved
Each towing vessel must be maintained and operated so as
to minimize fire hazards and ensure that all bilges and
void spaces are kept free from the accumulation of
combustible and flammable materials and liquids. ITV has
dirty oil residues in the bilges. Oily residues in the
bilge shall be removed prior to movement.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Structural condition)
Issued 13 May 2021
Resolved
The official number of the vessel, preceded by the abbreviation “NO.” must be marked in block-type Arabic numerals not less than three inches in height on some clearly visible interior structural part of the hull. The Official number not marked on the vessel.
Casualty record · 2
22 January 2010Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · serious marine incident, as classified · 1 injured · activity 3677471
16 April 2013Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 4569931
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.
Recorded names · 1
BJ 102 (2010–2013). 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
The Coast Guard's documentation record for this hull -- the Abstract of Title,
with its owners and liens as filed -- is not in PSIX. Ask, and Maury buys it from the National
Vessel Documentation Center, files it here with its date, and every reader of this page gets it.