Records from 1992 to 2023. Most recent: inspection, 24 April 2023.
Documentation record
Registered dimensions (L × B × D)60.5 ft × 24.0 ft × 8.6 ft
Registered tonnagegross 102 / net 57
ITC dimensions (L × B × D)Not recorded
ITC tonnageNot recorded
BuilderSUPERIOR BOAT WORKS INC · GREENVILLE, MS, UNITED STATES · built 1981
Hull materialSteel
PropulsionDiesel Reduction
Hull shapeNot recorded
Hull configurationNot recorded
Hailing portFRANKLIN, TN
Trade endorsementsCoastwise, unrestricted
DocumentationValid · issued 13 June 2026 · expires 31 July 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 it102 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Gross Ton
57 - 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.
Inspection history · 30
24 April 2023
TPO Audit · Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Ohio Valley · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7676306
15 February 2022
Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Pittsburgh · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7401687
3 February 2022
COI Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Pittsburgh · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7390136
29 October 2019
In-Service Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Pittsburgh · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6844554
2 May 2018
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Marine Safety Unit Pittsburgh · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6404035
6 April 2016
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Pittsburgh · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 5849227
31 January 2013
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Pittsburgh · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4527881
6 January 2013
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Pittsburgh · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4513378
12 December 2012
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Pittsburgh · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4512535
1 November 2011
Deficiency Check · Industry Initiated Exam · MTSA Verification
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Pittsburgh · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4180949
6 August 2011
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Pittsburgh · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4130071
16 March 2011
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Pittsburgh · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3970828
22 October 2010
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Pittsburgh · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3875206
4 November 2009
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Pittsburgh · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3628045
21 January 2009
Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Pittsburgh · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3397497
20 March 2008
DAPI Audit
Administrative · Marine Safety Unit Pittsburgh · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3195204
27 June 2007
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Pittsburgh · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2976584
27 June 2007
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Pittsburgh · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2985413
23 March 2007
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Pittsburgh · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2895289
31 May 2006
Security Plan Amendment Review - VSP
Administrative · Marine Safety Center (MSC) · Activity 2666170
31 May 2006
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Pittsburgh · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2667516
21 February 2006
Security Plan Amendment Review - VSP
Administrative · Marine Safety Center (MSC) · Activity 2589265
25 January 2006
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Pittsburgh · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2573841
14 October 2005
MTSA Verification
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Pittsburgh · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2515965
9 August 2005
Security Plan Amendment Review - VSP
Administrative · Marine Safety Center (MSC) · Activity 2456729
7 April 2005
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO Pittsburgh · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2331505
1 March 2005
Security Plan Amendment Review - VSP
Administrative · Marine Safety Center (MSC) · Activity 2301462
17 September 2004
Security Plan Amendment Review - VSP
Administrative · Marine Safety Center (MSC) · Activity 2198133
30 December 2003
Security Plan Review - VSP
Administrative · Marine Safety Center (MSC) · Activity 1976941
14 January 1992
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO Pittsburgh · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 348791
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Auxiliary engine
Issued 29 October 2019
Resolved
Electrical equipment must be maintained to provide for safe operation of the towing vessel and safety for persons onboard.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 30 - Ship detained
Resolved 15 February 2022
Resolution: Propulsion and auxiliary electrical equipment found to be in working order.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 29 October 2019
Resolved
Propulsion Machinery must be maintained to ensure proper operation. Hydraulic hoses on MDE reduction gear are wasted beyond serviceable life and pose a hazard to personnel, vessel and port.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 30 - Ship detained
Resolved 15 February 2022
Resolution: MDE reduction gear hydraulic hoses replaced.
08 - Alarms › N/A - No Subsystem › General alarm
Issued 29 October 2019
Resolved
Each towing vessel must be fitted with a general alarm. Alarm has been inoperable for at least two weeks with no apperant attempt at repair from company.
Action required: 30 - Ship detained
Resolved 15 February 2022
Resolution: General alarm functions as required.
08 - Alarms › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (alarms)
Issued 29 October 2019
Resolved
Towing vessels must have a reliable means to provide notification when an emergency condition exists a high bilge level alarm must be provided. the installed Engine room bilge alarm was fitted with a disconnect switch located in the engine room. During vessel operation the alarm was turned off, demonstrating a disregard to the required safety feature. Disconnect switch must be removed.
Action required: 30 - Ship detained
Resolved 15 February 2022
Resolution: No switch present. Alarm operated as required.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Operation of machinery
Issued 29 October 2019
Resolved
Electrical systems must be maintained to provide for safe operation of the vessel and safety of the crew. Oil leaking from the SSG prime mover through the generator end causing extreme fire hazard.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 30 - Ship detained
Resolved 15 February 2022
Resolution: SSDG had no apparent oil leaks.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Manholes/flush scuttles
Issued 29 October 2019
Resolved
All towing vessels must operate in a manner that minimizes the risk of downflooding and progressive flooding. Aft void spaces contain excess water. Master states water comes from rudder post and is pumped weekly. Could not produce any records/logs attesting to pumping void and during normal operation visual inspection of rudder post witnessed no water coming out into the space.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 15 February 2022
Resolution: Excessive water not found in aft void spaces.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 29 October 2019
Resolved
Electrical equipment must function properly and minimize system failures and fire and shock hazards. Vessel shore tie cable connection plug was found melted and damaged. replace or repair plug.
Condition: Damaged By Earlier Event
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 15 February 2022
Resolution: Shore tie cable connection location moved and damaged connection removed form service.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Operation of machinery
Issued 29 October 2019
Resolved
Machinery must be maintained to provide for safe operationof the vessel and safety of personnel. SSG has exhaust leak. repair prior to operation.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 15 February 2022
Resolution: No exhaust leaks found.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 013 - Documents › Log-books/compulsory entries
Issued 29 October 2019
Resolved
Records of drills must be maintained in the vessel official log book or TVR. No records were produced. Conduct and document all required drills prior to departure.
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 15 February 2022
Resolution: Records available in pilothouse.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifejackets incl. provision and disposition
Issued 29 October 2019
Resolved
Lifejacket must be marked with an attached light and whistle. None of the vessel lifejackets observed met the condition. Meet all lifejact requirements before getting underway.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 15 February 2022
Resolution: Lifejackets outfitted as required.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 29 October 2019
Resolved
Each life bouy must be marked in block capital leeter w/the name of the vessel and at least two must be fitted with a floating electric light. DAYLIGHT OPS ONLY
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 12 November 2019
Resolved 15 February 2022
Resolution: Lifebouys outfitted as required.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Navigation records
Issued 29 October 2019
Resolved
Officer in charge of navigation must conduct a navigation assessment for the intended route and operation prior to getting underway. Vessel master had no idea what a nav assessement was. Vessel operating company must trainimg vessel operators and implement effective program.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 12 November 2019
Resolved 15 February 2022
Resolution: NAV assesments available and reviewed.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 29 October 2019
Resolved
To stop the flow of fuel in the event of a fire or break in the line a remote fuel shutoff valve must be installed directly outside the fuel oil supply tank. the vessel's valves are located at the machinery location. Move valve accordingly.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 29 November 2019
Resolved 15 February 2022
Resolution: Remote fuel shutoff valves located directly outside tanks.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › USCG Certificate of Documentation (COD)
Issued 29 October 2019
Resolved
The vessel was found to be operating without a valid Certificate of Documentation.
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Due 9 December 2019
Resolved 15 February 2022
Resolution: Vessel COD is valid and onboard.