Inspection history · 31
24 February 2026
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8309159
30 January 2026
Internal Structural Exam · Drydock Exam · Administrative Inspection · Examination of Repairs
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Houma · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8306311
20 February 2025
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8051249
12 February 2024
Administrative Inspection · Internal Structural Exam · Annual Inspection · Drydock Exam
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7836447
9 December 2022
Deficiency Check · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7606739
25 September 2021
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Morgan City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7323253
12 August 2021
Initial Certification · Deficiency Check · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7284565
30 September 2020
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Marine Safety Unit Lake Charles · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7068813
13 January 2019
Initial Certification
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Lake Charles · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6571719
17 January 2014
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Baton Rouge · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4785079
22 November 2013
Industry Initiated Exam
Physical examination · Sector Corpus Christi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4759618
28 September 2011
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Victoria · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4156317
18 November 2010
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Victoria · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3894899
20 April 2010
MTSA Verification · Industry Initiated Exam
Physical examination · Sector Corpus Christi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3719511
25 October 2006
Annual Inspection · MTSA Verification
Physical examination · Sector Houston/Galveston · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2808338
26 September 2004
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO Corpus Christi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2205866
22 September 2004
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO Corpus Christi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2202140
11 August 2004
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO Corpus Christi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2163611
31 July 2004
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO Corpus Christi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2151608
26 July 2004
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO Corpus Christi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2146281
24 December 2003
Security Plan Review - ASP
Administrative · Marine Safety Center (MSC) · Activity 1979143
5 January 2000
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSU LAKE CHARLES · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 273405
5 January 2000
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSU LAKE CHARLES · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 273409
3 July 1998
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSU GALVESTON · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 91273
23 January 1998
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSU GALVESTON · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 156566
17 December 1997
MARPOL Annex V Examination · Uninspected Towing Vessel
Physical examination · MSO Corpus Christi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1116377
12 November 1997
Uninspected Towing Vessel · MARPOL Annex V Examination
Physical examination · MSO Corpus Christi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1121144
29 September 1996
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO HOUSTON/GALVESTON · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 100732
11 December 1995
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO PORT ARTHUR · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 385801
26 November 1993
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO MORGAN CITY · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 48272
28 October 1991
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO PORT ARTHUR · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 96926
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Auxiliary engine
Issued 20 February 2025
Resolved
Nonmetallic flexible hose is acceptable: is used in lengths of no more than 0.76 meters (30 inches). Marine Inspectors identified on the STBD generator a return fuel line exceeding 30 inches. Replace with fix piping to satisfaction of Marine Inspector. 46 CFR 146.265(d)(2)(i) 16c
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 7 March 2025
Resolved 26 February 2025
Resolution: Recieved photos of fix piping installed.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Auxiliary engine
Issued 20 February 2025
Resolved
Fuel piping shall be fitted with suitable corrosion-resistant, compression fittings, or fittings compliant with the SAE J1475. Marine Inspectors identified both PORT and STBD generators with all fuel lines secured with hose clamps. Replace with SAE J1475 compression fittings to the satisfaction to Marine Inspector. 46 CFR 143.265(d)(v)(A) 16c
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 7 March 2025
Resolved 26 February 2025
Resolution: Photos were provided by vessel rep.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances
Issued 4 March 2024
Resolved
All portable fire extinguishers, semi-portable fire-extinguishing systems, fire-detection systems, and fixed fire-extinguishing systems, including ventilation, machinery shutdowns, and fixed fire-extinguishing system pressure-operated dampers on board the vessel, must be inspected or tested at least once every 12 months. Fire fighting systems on board vessel had not been inspected or tested in the previous 12 months.
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Resolved 4 March 2024
Resolution: Received satisfactory Tech Report
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 4 March 2024
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. Marine inspectors found a bungee cord wrapped around a starboard Main Diesel Engine hose and retaining the engine shutdown governor control in the off position.
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Due 4 March 2024
Resolved 4 March 2024
Resolution: Removed bungee cord.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 4 March 2024
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. Marine inspectors found a disconnected ground wire that was missing a terminal lug hangning loose below the starboard main diesel engine.
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Due 4 March 2024
Resolved 4 March 2024
Resolution: Received visial evidence of repairs.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances
Issued 4 March 2024
Resolved
If a dedicated storage cabinet is provided it must be secured to the vessel so that it does not move and must be either: (1) A flammable liquid storage cabinet that satisfies UL 1275; or (2) A flammable liquid storage cabinet that satisfies FM Approvals Standard 6050; or (3) Another suitable steel container that provides an equivalent level of protection. Marine Inspectors found an unapproved, vented, aluminum flammable storage cabinet onboard.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 19 March 2024
Resolved 16 March 2024
Resolution: Paint Locker removed.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Beams, frames, floors-corrosion
Issued 4 March 2024
Resolved
The Coast Guard inspector must examine all appendages for damage, fractures, wastage, pitting, or improper repairs. Marine inspectors found steel longitudinal structural member in engine room, below port the shaft seal, 100% wasted with an approximately 8" inch hole.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 19 March 2024
Resolved 16 March 2024
Resolution: Recieved visual evidence of repair.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 4 March 2024
Resolved
All vessel equipment must be used in accordance with the manufacturer's recommended practice and in a manner that minimizes risk of injury or death. Marine inspectors found exposed twist on type wire connections protruding into the work space that were not protected from loosening from vibration.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 19 March 2024
Resolved 4 March 2024
Resolution: Received visual evidence or repair.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Machinery
Issued 19 January 2023
Resolved
The valve must be operable from a safe place outside the space where the valve is installed. Inspector discovered that the port emergency fuel shutoff valve was seized and could not be operated. 46 CFR 143.260(d)
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Resolved 3 February 2023
Resolution: Port emergency shut off valves was tested and functioned properly.
08 - Alarms › N/A - No Subsystem › General alarm
Issued 19 January 2023
Resolved
Each towing vessel must be fitted with a general alarm that: Is activated at each operating station and can notify persons onboard in the event of an emergency. Inspector found that vessel was unable to activate general alarm under emergency power. 46 CFR 143.235(b)(1)
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Resolved 3 February 2023
Resolution: General alarm operated under emergency battery.
05 - Radio Communications › N/A - No Subsystem › VHF radio installation
Issued 19 January 2023
Resolved
The VHF-FM radio must be installed at each operating station and connected to a functioning battery backup. Inspector discovered that battery backups were inoperable. 46 CFR 140.715(b)
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Resolved 3 February 2023
Resolution: VHF tested under emergency battery, all sat
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 19 January 2023
Resolved
Propulsion machinery, including main engines, reduction gears, shafting, bearings, and electrical equipment and systems, must: Be maintained to ensure proper operation. Inspector discovered that a soft patch on the start air line was the cause of inability to quickly start the port diesel engine.
Condition: Damaged By Earlier Event
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Resolved 3 February 2023
Resolution: Start air piping replaced in kind.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 19 January 2023
Resolved
Electrical systems and equipment must function properly and minimize system failures and fire and shock hazards. Multiple power cables going through the main deck in the engine room are at risk of chaffing on rough edges due to the fittings be wasted away. 46 CFR 143.400(a)
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 2 February 2023
Resolved 3 February 2023
Resolution: Reps added chaffing gear to all wires going through deck plating.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 19 January 2023
Resolved
Electrical systems and equipment must function properly and minimize system failures and fire and shock hazards. Multiple power cables going through the main deck in the engine room are at risk of chaffing on rough edges due to the fittings be wasted away. 46 CFR 143.400(a)
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 2 February 2023
Resolved 3 February 2023
Resolution: Reps added chaffing gear to all wires going through desk.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire detection and alarm system
Issued 19 January 2023
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. This may be accomplished by an installed detection system, or by using individual battery-operated detectors meeting UL 217. Found multiple smoke detectors not meeting UL 217 standards and not operational due to inadequate batteries. 46 CFR 142.330(b)
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 2 February 2023
Resolved 3 February 2023
Resolution: Tested smoke detectors ensuring proper operation.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Other (accident prevention)
Issued 19 January 2023
Resolved
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Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 2 February 2023
Resolved 3 February 2023
Resolution: EAP program placard was displayed prominently in galley.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Guards - fencing around dangerous machinery parts
Issued 19 January 2023
Resolved
An exposed hazard such as gears and rotating machinery, must be protected by a cover, guard or rail. This is not meant to restrict access to towing equipment such as winches, drums, towing gear or steering compartment equipment necessary for the operation of the vessel. Inspector found that the guards on the belt of both generators to be insufficient for protection. 46 CFR 144.820
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 2 February 2023
Resolved 3 February 2023
Resolution: Generator guards were replaced.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 19 January 2023
Resolved
Piping and machinery components that exceed 220 °C (428 °F), including fittings, flanges, valves, exhaust manifolds, and turbochargers, must be insulated. Measures must be in place to prevent flammable or combustible liquid piping leaks from coming into contact with these components. The lagging on both diesel engines were fitted poorly so as to pose a hazard to those in the space during normal operation. 46 CFR 143.220(b)
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 2 February 2023
Resolved 3 February 2023
Resolution: All lagging was repaired and replaced/fitted properly.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 19 January 2023
Resolved
Electrical equipment and electrical cables must be suitably protected from wet and corrosive environments. Air line above light fixture showed evidence of a temporary repair which was dripping water onto the fixture creating a hazard. Conduct proper repairs to the air line. 46 CFR 143.400(f)
Condition: Damaged By Earlier Event
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 2 February 2023
Resolved 3 February 2023
Resolution: Air hoses were replaced in kind.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 19 January 2023
Resolved
Electrical systems and equipment must function properly and minimize system failures and fire and shock hazards. Numerous cut wires we discovered in the navigation equipment closet and on top of the wheelhouse. Properly secure or remove hazardous wiring. 46 CFR 143.400(a)
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 2 February 2023
Resolved 3 February 2023
Resolution: All dead end wiring has been removed.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 19 January 2023
Resolved
Multi-outlet adapters may not be connected to other adapters (“daisy-chained”). Navigation equipment in the navigation equipment closet was using multiple multi-outlet adapters in series to reach a permanently installed electrical outlet. Remove extension cords and establish permanent power supply for nav equipment. 46 CFR 143.575(c)
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 2 February 2023
Resolved 3 February 2023
Resolution: Vessel installed new outlets to satisfy the requirement.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 19 January 2023
Resolved
Any piping system that penetrates the hull below the waterline must be fitted with an accessible valve, located as close to the hull penetration as is practicable, for preventing the accidental admission of water into the vessel. Installed port and starboard keel cooler system does not have installed valve to prevent accidental water intrusion. 46 CFR 143.250(d)
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 2 February 2023
Resolved 21 February 2023
Resolution: Received photo attesting to the installed valve for the keel cooler system.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire detection and alarm system
Issued 19 January 2023
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. This may be accomplished by an installed detection system, or by using individual battery-operated detectors meeting UL 217. Installed detectors on board did not have proof of meeting UL 217. Provide proof of meeting this standard or install approved detectors. 46 CFR 142.330(b)
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 2 February 2023
Resolved 3 February 2023
Resolution: Vessel replaced all smoke detectors to meet standard.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire detection and alarm system
Issued 19 January 2023
Resolved
Each towing vessel must have a fire-detection system installed to detect engine room fires. The design of the system and its installation on the towing vessel is certified and inspected by a registered professional engineer with experience in fire-detection system design. Vessel was unable to provide proof of the certification of the servicing technician for the fire detection system for the engine room. Provide proof of certification of servicing technician. 46 CFR 142.330(a)(7)
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 2 February 2023
Resolved 3 February 2023
Resolution: Vessel provided report from PE stating the system is operations.
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Muster list
Issued 19 January 2023
Resolved
The emergency duties and duty stations must be posted at each operating station and in conspicuous locations. Vessel had multiple versions of emergency duties posted throughout the vessel. Remove unnecessary posting and update duties as needed. 46 CFR 140.405(c)
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 2 February 2023
Resolved 3 February 2023
Resolution: Vessel updated muster list and provided EAP posted in Galley.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Bulkhead -corrosion
Issued 19 January 2023
Resolved
A towing vessel must be maintained and operated so the watertight integrity and stability of the vessel are not compromised. A hole in the side shell and evidence of a temporary repair was found in navigation equipment closet. Conducted proper repairs to side shell. 46 CFR 140.605(b)
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 2 February 2023
Resolved 3 February 2023
Resolution: Vessel completed repair.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire detection and alarm system
Issued 10 December 2021
Resolved
All portable fire extinguishers, semi-portable fire-extinguishing systems, fire-detection systems, and fixed fire-extinguishing systems, including ventilation, machinery shutdowns, and fixed fire-extinguishing system pressure-operated dampers on board the vessel, must be inspected or tested at least once every 12 months, as prescribed in paragraphs (a)(1) through (8) of this section, or more frequently if otherwise required by the TSMS applicable to the vessel. Vessel could not produce servicing report for the fire detection system performed within last 12 months.
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 10 February 2022
Resolution: Annual fire detection system servicing report completed 2/7/22
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Distress flares
Issued 10 December 2021
Resolved
A towing vessel must carry a combination of day and night visual distress signals indicated in Table 141.370 of § 141.370 for specified areas where the vessel operates. All distress flares on the vessel were expired.
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 10 February 2022
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Oil accumulation in engine room
Issued 10 December 2021
Resolved
All bilges and void spaces are kept free from accumulation of combustible and flammable materials and liquids insofar as practicable. There was accumulation of oily water in the bilge.
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 27 January 2022
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Maintenance and inspections
Issued 10 December 2021
Resolved
All lifesaving equipment must be tested and maintained in accordance with the minimum requirements of § 199.190 of this chapter, as applicable, and the vessel's TSMS, if the vessel has a TSMS. Vessel could not produce any maintenance records for lifesaving equipment.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 10 February 2022
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (fire safety)
Issued 10 December 2021
Resolved
If a dedicated storage cabinet is provided it must be secured to the vessel so that it does not move and must be... another suitable steel container that provides an equivalent level of protection. Flammable locker was constructed of aluminum. Vessel owner may request special consideration as described in MSIB issued 01OCT2018 (see attached).
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 10 February 2022
Resolution: Flammable locker converted to storage locker for non-flammable materials
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Pipes, wires (insulation)
Issued 10 December 2021
Resolved
Piping and machinery components that exceed 220 °C (428 °F), including fittings, flanges, valves, exhaust manifolds, and turbochargers, must be insulated. Observed starboard main engine insulation loose and torn.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 27 January 2022
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 013 - Documents › Log-books/compulsory entries
Issued 10 December 2021
Resolved
Records of drills and instruction must be maintained in the TVR, official logbook, or in accordance with the TSMS applicable to the vessel. Drill records did not include the date of the drill and instruction, a description of the drill scenario and instruction topics, or the personnel involved.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 10 February 2022
Resolution: Sufficient drill records verified
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 10 December 2021
Resolved
Each lifebuoy on a towing vessel must Be marked in block capital letters with the name of the vessel. Lifebuoys were not marked with the name of the vessel.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 10 February 2022
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifejackets incl. provision and disposition
Issued 10 December 2021
Resolved
Each lifejacket must be marked In block capital letters with the name of the vessel. Lifejackets were not marked with the name of the vessel.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 10 February 2022
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Closing devices/watertight doors
Issued 10 December 2021
Resolved
The master must ensure that all hatches, doors, and other openings designed to be watertight or weather-tight function properly. Observed significant wastage in the coaming of both port and starboard weathertight doors entering the galley.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 10 February 2022
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 10 December 2021
Resolved
Individual circuit breakers on switchboards and distribution panels must be labeled with a description of the loads they serve. Observed on the distribution panel in the engine room that circuit breaker #35 was not labeled.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 10 February 2022
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Other (certificates)
Issued 12 August 2021
Resolved
All owners and operators of an existing towing vessel must have a valid COI prior to the specified phase-in period. This vessel has not obtained a valid COI. The vessel shall be made available for a Coast Guard COI inspection within 60 days. If an inspection is not completed prior to this date the action for this deficiency shall be changed to a 60(Rectify deficiencies prior to movement) and they vessel may no longer be permitted to operate.
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Due 2 November 2021
Resolved 10 February 2022
Resolution: All deficiencies cleared, issued COI