Records from 2005 to 2023. Most recent: inspection, 6 July 2023.
Documentation record
Registered dimensions (L × B × D)56.8 ft × 22.0 ft × 7.0 ft
Registered tonnagegross 99 / net 67
ITC dimensions (L × B × D)Not recorded
ITC tonnageNot recorded
BuilderDRAVO STEELSHIP CORP · PINE BLUFF, AR, UNITED STATES · built 1981
Hull materialSteel
PropulsionDiesel Reduction
Hull shapeNot recorded
Hull configurationNot recorded
Hailing portBATON ROUGE, LA
Trade endorsementsCoastwise, unrestricted, Registry
DocumentationCase Pending · issued 18 July 2024 · expires 31 August 2025
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 it67 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Net Ton
99 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Gross 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.
Inspection history · 14
6 July 2023
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7724218
8 August 2022
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7510900
19 August 2021
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7291024
10 June 2020
Administrative Inspection · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6966398
22 August 2018
Initial Certification
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6519556
23 February 2011
MTSA Verification · Industry Initiated Exam · DAPI Audit
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3954133
13 June 2008
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3267501
30 March 2008
Administrative Inspection · Damage Survey
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3174003
8 November 2006
MTSA Verification
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2816654
22 September 2006
Annual Inspection · MTSA Verification
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Baton Rouge · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2784755
18 August 2006
Security Plan Amendment Review - VSP
Administrative · Marine Safety Center (MSC) · Activity 2752216
30 June 2005
Security Plan Amendment Review - VSP
Administrative · Marine Safety Center (MSC) · Activity 2408857
7 March 2005
Security Plan Amendment Review - VSP
Administrative · Marine Safety Center (MSC) · Activity 2304995
6 March 2005
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO NEW ORLEANS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2337626
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 8 August 2022
Resolved
Individual circuit breakers on switchboards and distribution panels must be labeled with a description of the loads they serve. One distribution panel near the entrance to the engine room was not labeled. 46 CFR 143.400(d)
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 22 August 2022
Resolved 8 August 2022
Resolution: Vessel rep sent pictures that distribution panel was properly labeled.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Gauges, thermometers, etc
Issued 8 August 2022
Resolved
Pressure vessels over 5 cubic feet in volume and over 15 pounds per square inch maximum allowable working pressure (MAWP) must be equipped with an indicating pressure gauge (in a readily visible location). Starboard air receiver did not have a functioning gauge. 46 CFR 143.300(a)
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 22 August 2022
Resolved 9 August 2022
Resolution: 200PSI gauge installed.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances
Issued 7 September 2021
Resolved
Portable fire extinguishers must be inspected, maintained and tested as required by Chapters 7 and 8 of NFPA 10. One portable extinguisher was found under pressurized and not in the green, corrected on the spot with new.
46CFR142.240
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Due 7 September 2021
Resolved 7 September 2021
Resolution: corrected on the spot with new extinguisher
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 7 September 2021
Resolved
Electrical equipment must be marked with its respective current and voltage ratings. Vsl had multiple electrical panels that were not marked as required and panel door latch was broken. Vsl shall mark as required and repair latch.
46CFR143.400
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 21 September 2021
Resolved 9 September 2021
Resolution: labeled panels and added closure latch
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Navigation bridge visibility
Issued 7 September 2021
Resolved
Windows and other openings at the operationg station must be of sufficient size and properly locatied to provide a clear field of vision for safe opeation in any condition. There was a crack on the portsise window of the wheelhouse that obstructed visibility. Vsl shall replace window prior to movement
46CFR144.905
Condition: Damaged By Earlier Event
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Due 21 September 2021
Resolved 9 September 2021
Resolution: replaced window
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (fire safety)
Issued 7 September 2021
Resolved
Smoke detection systems or individual detectors must be kept operational at all times. Indivisual smoke detector in wheelhouse was not operational. Vsl shall replace prior to movement.
46CFR142.330
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Due 28 September 2021
Resolved 9 September 2021
Resolution: replaced individual smoke detector
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire pumps and its pipes
Issued 10 June 2020
Resolved
The portable fire pump must be self-priming and power driven: Portable fire pump was not not able to self prime with proper pressure. Replace or repair portable fire pump within 7 days to marine inspectors satisfaction.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 17 June 2020
Resolved 17 June 2020
Resolution: Received video evidence of the self priming of the new fire pump.
15 - Safety Management Systems (ISM) › N/A - No Subsystem › Safety and environment policy
Issued 10 June 2020
Resolved
The owner or managing operator must implement procedures to identify and mitigate health and safety hazards included but not limited to :(1)-(14) of this regulation. Provide a health and safety plan to meet the requirements of each section at minimum within 14 days.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 24 June 2020
Resolved 17 June 2020
Resolution: Received report attesting to the training and updated health and safety plan.
Fire Fighting › Remote Fuel Shutoff › General
Issued 22 September 2006
Resolved
Vessel does not have remote fueld shutoffs. Vessel operates over 30 miles of river, excluding it from the limited geographic area exemption. Vessel must properly install remote fuel shut off valves IAW 46 CFR 27.207.
Due 5 October 2006
Resolved 5 November 2006
Fire Fighting › Fixed Fire Detection System › Arrangement
Issued 22 September 2006
Resolved
Vessel does not have a fixed fire detection system to monitor the engine room. Vessel operates over 30 miles of river, excluding it from the limited geographic area exemption. Vessel must intall a fire detection system for the engine room IAW 46 CFR 27.203)
Due 5 October 2006
Resolved 6 November 2006
Communications › Alarms/Indicators › General Alarm
Issued 22 September 2006
Resolved
Vessel does not have a general alarm installed. Vessel operates over 30 miles of river, excluding it from the limited geographic area exemption. Vessel must install a general alarm system IAW 46 CFR 27.201.
Due 5 October 2006
Resolved 6 November 2006