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CAPTAIN MAC

Towing Vessel · Built 1980s · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Other hulls named CAPTAIN MAC

CAPTAIN MAC is a 1980 towing vessel. The Coast Guard has recorded 17 inspections since 1994, most recently in September 2025, along with 14 deficiencies.

Records from 1994 to 2025. Most recent: inspection, 2 September 2025.

Built
1980
Last inspected
2 September 2025
Documentation
Valid · documentation file of 10 September 2026
Inspections
17
Deficiencies
14 recorded · 0 without a recorded resolution
Controls
None recorded without a removal date

Identity

US Official No.
625116
IMO number
—
Call sign
WDM8837
MISLE id
187918
Flag
UNITED STATES
MMSI
368246940
Maury page id
psix-187918

Inspections, by type

…physical examinations11
…with no type recorded6
Years with a record 14 calendar years (1994–2025)
The 17 inspections in the strip above, split by the kind of activity the US Coast Guard recorded. Years with a record are calendar years in which a record exists, not years in service. What Maury does not do.

Coast Guard record current through 13 September 2026, retrieved 18 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.

Documentation record

Registered dimensions (L × B × D)47.1 ft × 18.1 ft × 7.4 ft
Registered tonnagegross 52 / net 35
ITC dimensions (L × B × D)Not recorded
ITC tonnageNot recorded
BuilderLOUIS G ORTIS BOAT CO INC · KROTZ SPRINGS, LA, UNITED STATES · built 1980
Hull materialSteel
PropulsionDiesel
Hull shapeNot recorded
Hull configurationNot recorded
Hailing portBALTIMORE, MD
Trade endorsementsCoastwise, unrestricted
DocumentationValid · issued 18 April 2026 · expires 30 April 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 it52 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Gross Ton
35 - 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 September 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.

Radio station licence

WDM8837MMSI 368246940 · active · voluntarily equipped · granted 6 April 2022, expires 6 April 2032
WDF7950MMSI 367489820 · expired · voluntarily equipped · granted 12 May 2011, cancelled 17 July 2021
WDC7077MMSI 367065750 · expired · compulsorily equipped · granted 8 September 2005, cancelled 14 November 2015 · licensed under a name not among this hull’s recorded names (not shown)
WAL5797MMSI not assigned · expired · compulsorily equipped · granted 6 April 1995, cancelled 16 July 2005
FCC Universal Licensing System ship-station file of 6 September 2026, matched to this hull on its US Official Number. Status and dates are the file’s own. The licensee is not read from the file and is not shown. A lapsed licence’s MMSI is still the number the vessel transmitted under while it was valid.

Inspection history · 17

2 September 2025 COI Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Maryland-National Capital Region · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 8218282
10 July 2025 Drydock Exam · Internal Structural Exam
Physical examination · Sector Maryland-National Capital Region · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 8182523
16 October 2024 Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Maryland-National Capital Region · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 8019915
19 September 2023 Annual Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Maryland-National Capital Region · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7794314
20 June 2023 Internal Structural Exam · Drydock Exam
Physical examination · Sector Maryland-National Capital Region · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7719299
12 October 2022 Annual Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Maryland-National Capital Region · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7575939
23 September 2021 Annual Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Maryland-National Capital Region · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7319162
15 July 2020 Administrative Inspection · COI Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Maryland-National Capital Region · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7007072
6 September 2012 Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Maryland-National Capital Region · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 4434042
2 September 2012 Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Maryland-National Capital Region · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 4431356
19 May 2010 Type not recorded
No type recorded · USCGC CLEAT (WYTL 65615) · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 3746273
22 June 2005 Type not recorded
No type recorded · USCGC CHOCK (WYTL 65602) · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 2432590
27 February 2001 Uninspected Towing Vessel
Physical examination · Sector Maryland-National Capital Region · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 1064277
12 October 2000 Type not recorded
No type recorded · Station Curtis Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 1514459
2 October 1998 Uninspected Towing Vessel
Physical examination · Sector Maryland-National Capital Region · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 802665
11 September 1996 Uninspected Towing Vessel
Physical examination · Sector Maryland-National Capital Region · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 1156609
1 February 1994 Type not recorded
No type recorded · District 5 (B) · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 660951

Deficiency record · 14

13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 19 September 2023 Resolved
Machinery systems must be maintained to provide for safe operation of the towing vessel and safety of persons onboard. Each towing vessel must be maintained and operated so as to minimize fire hazards. The filter screens on the air intakes for both main engines are oil soaked. Determine the cause of the oil buildup and address to the satisfaction of the Marine Inspector.
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Resolved 25 September 2023
Resolution: The company's mechanic attended the vessel to examine the engines more thoroughly. Both filter screens were cleaned. Engine ran while at dock for approximately 5 minutes to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Gauges, thermometers, etc
Issued 19 September 2023 Resolved
All seals and gaskets must be properly maintained to prevent leaks of flammable or combustible liquid. Each towing vessel must be maintained and operated so as to minimize fire hazards. There is a hole in the fuel pressure gauge for the starboard main engine.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 3 October 2023
Resolved 25 September 2023
Resolution: The damaged gauge was replaced with a brand new gauge to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 19 September 2023 Resolved
Electrical systems and equipment must function properly and minimize systems failures and shock hazards. Standing water has collected in the red-white-red lights for Not Under Command/Restricted in Ability to Maneuver.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 3 October 2023
Resolved 25 September 2023
Resolution: The lights were remounted so the electrical penetrations were at the bottom instead of the top, and the standing water removed, to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Auxiliary engine
Issued 19 September 2023 Resolved
Machinery systems must be maintained to provide for safe operation of the towing vessel and safety of persons onboard. Each towing vessel must be maintained and operated so as to minimize fire hazards. The fan area on both generators has oil buildup and requires cleaning.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 3 October 2023
Resolved 25 September 2023
Resolution: The fan area was cleaned of oil, and the radiator and fan removed (as the generator prime movers are water cooled) to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Doors
Issued 19 September 2023 Resolved
The master must ensure that all hatches, doors, and other openings designed to be watertight or weathertight function properly. The watertight doors at the port and starboard side of the machinery space are not fully sealing and require adjustment.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 3 October 2023
Resolved 25 September 2023
Resolution: The gaskets for both doors were replaced and the doors operationally tested to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 12 October 2022 Resolved
Electrical systems and equipment must function properly and minimize system failures and fire and shock hazards. Dead end wiring found near port and starboard main engine gauge boards. 46 CFR 143.400 (a)
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 12 November 2022
Resolved 17 October 2022
Resolution: Received email from vessel rep reporting that the dead end wires were shrink wrapped and secured. Pictures were provided as well.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Lights, shapes, sound-signals
Issued 12 October 2022 Resolved
Each towing vessel must be equipped with navigation lights in accordance with 33 CFR part 84. Vessel is missing Not Under Command and Restricted in Ability to Maneuver lights. 46 CFR 140.720
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 12 November 2022
Resolved 16 November 2022
Resolution: A new mast was constructed with red-white-red lights fitted. The lights are Perco 2nm USCG approved under 33 CFR 183. Confirmed by attending CG MI.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire prevention structural integrity
Issued 12 October 2022 Resolved
Each towing vessel must be maintained and operated so as to minimize fire hazards. There are several open holes/openings between the head/closet in the accommodation area and the engine room directly below it. These holes must be sealed. 46 CFR 142.220
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 12 November 2022
Resolved 17 October 2022
Resolution: Received email from vessel rep stating that the noted holes/openings were filled with JB Weld epoxy. The vessel rep also provided pictures.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Remote Means of control (opening,pumps,ventilation,etc.) Machinery spaces
Issued 23 September 2021 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 in any fuel line that supplies fuel directly to a propulsion engine or generator prime mover. The valve must be installed in the fuel piping directly outside of the fuel oil supply tank. The valve must be operable from a safe place outside of the space where the valve is installed. Make permanent repairs to remote fuel shutoff valve arrangement to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 23 October 2021
Resolved 30 September 2021
Resolution: Received email and video attesting to proper operation of remote fuel shutoff system.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Echo sounder
Issued 10 September 2020 Resolved
Towing vessels must be equipped with the Fathometer. Vessel's fathometer was not displaying the depth.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 24 September 2020
Resolved 29 September 2020
Resolution: Vessel was hauled and a new transducer was installed by Fairlead Boatworks, tested sat. Photo evidence provided.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire detection and alarm system
Issued 10 September 2020 Resolved
Fire detection systems must be installed, tested, and maintained in accordance with the manufacturer's design manual. No established testing method established for fire detection system.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 24 September 2020
Resolved 23 September 2020
Resolution: Fire system satifactorly serviced by Hiller Systems; company fixed power problem to panel, programmed new motherboard. System tested sat.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 10 September 2020 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. Vessel was missing lagging in various locations.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 24 September 2020
Resolved 1 December 2020
Resolution: Received picures of new lagging installed.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Doors
Issued 10 September 2020 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. Starboard aft door not sealing completely.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 24 September 2020
Resolved 4 December 2020
Resolution: Received pictures of new door seal installed.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Oil accumulation in engine room
Issued 10 September 2020 Resolved
All seals and gaskets must be properly maintained to prevent leaks of flammable or combustible liquid, as those terms are defined in 46 CFR subpart 30.10, into the machinery space. Excessive oil observed on the outboard side of the port engine.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 24 September 2020
Resolved 20 October 2020
Resolution: Service receipt provided by JG Parks & Sons showing gasket replacement and verification of no leaks no longer present.

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.