ALLEYCAT

Towing Vessel · Built 1980s · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H)

ALLEYCAT is a 1981 towing vessel. The Coast Guard has recorded 14 inspections since 1992, most recently in September 2025, along with 12 deficiencies, 1 operational control and 3 casualty investigations between 2011 and 2020.

Records from 1992 to 2025. Most recent: inspection, 11 September 2025.

Built: 1981
Last inspected: 11 September 2025
Documentation: Valid · documentation file of 10 August 2026
Inspections: 14
Deficiencies: 12 recorded · 0 without a recorded resolution
Controls: None recorded without a removal date
Casualties: 3 investigations · 2011–2020
Inspected with: 19 other vessels
Also recorded as: 1 other name

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 11 September 2025

Recorded inspections14

…physical examinations6

…administrative events1

…with no type recorded7

Deficiencies 12 recorded · 0 without a recorded resolution

Operational controls None recorded without a removal date

Years with a record 11 calendar years (1992–2025)

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

643318

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WDC2435

203842

Flag

UNITED STATES

Maury page id

psix-203842

Documentation record

Registered dimensions (L × B × D)65.9 ft × 23.8 ft × 9.3 ft

Registered tonnagegross 144 / net 98

ITC dimensions (L × B × D)Not recorded

ITC tonnageNot recorded

BuilderGULF OUTLET MARINE SERVIC · SLIDELL LA, UNITED STATES · built 1981

Hull materialSteel

PropulsionDiesel Reduction

Hull shapeUNSPECIFIED

Hull configurationUNSPECIFIED

Hailing portNEW ORLEANS, LA

Trade endorsementsCoastwise, unrestricted

DocumentationValid · issued 14 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 it144 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Gross Ton
98 - 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 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.

Read one first, in full: a forty-year chronology · a hull that changed operators four times · the sparse case, shown as an example, not for sale.

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Inspected as a tow unit · 19

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.

Inspection history · 14

11 September 2025 Annual Inspection

Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8231596

28 August 2024 Deficiency Check · Annual Inspection

Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7977184

20 February 2024 Deficiency Check · Administrative Inspection

Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7867660

19 September 2023 Annual Inspection

Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7778440

13 May 2022 Initial Certification · Administrative Inspection

Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7449881

20 February 2020 Type not recorded

No type recorded · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6923074

11 October 2013 Type not recorded

No type recorded · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4739663

8 February 2012 DAPI Audit · Industry Initiated Exam · Deficiency Check

Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4242051

5 January 2011 Type not recorded

No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Baton Rouge · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3921464

14 November 2008 Administration

Administrative · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3363433

11 July 2008 Type not recorded

No type recorded · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3334754

6 April 2008 Type not recorded

No type recorded · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3178387

26 June 2007 Type not recorded

No type recorded · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2998073

1 January 1992 Type not recorded

No type recorded · MSO Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 167593

Deficiency record · 12

02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Hull - corrosion

Issued 28 August 2024 Resolved

An existing vessel may be deemed by the OCMI to be in compliance with this subpart provided that either: the vessel has been both in satisfactory service insofar as structural adequacy is concerned and does not cause the structure of the vessel to be questioned by the [name withheld] observed excessive scaling and wastage within aft and forward voids, and forward storage compartment. Owner/operator to provide NDT report attesting to allowable wastage limits in way of bottom and side shell plating to the satisfaction of USCG MI.

Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 13 September 2024
Resolution: Satisfactory UT shots

02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Bulkhead -corrosion

Issued 28 August 2024 Resolved

An existing vessel may be deemed by the OCMI to be in compliance with this subpart provided that the vessel has been both in satisfactory service insofar as the structural adequacy is concerned and does not cause the structure of the vessel to be questioned by the [name withheld] observed water intrusion on to a breaker box located in the bow storage compartment. Water intrusion was coming from a wasted section of deck plating adjacent to the port side push knee. Cracks in transverse framing members supporting bottom plate in port and starboard stern voids. Provide repair plan to affect permanent repairs to damaged structural frames and plates.

Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 26 September 2024
Resolution: Receieved photographs attesting to repairs.

04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Emergency, lighting, batteries and switches

Issued 19 September 2023 Resolved

Emergency lighting must be provided for all internal crew working and living areas. Emergency light near generators did not illuminate.

Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Due 19 September 2023
Resolved 19 September 2023
Resolution: Battery was replaced and video of working light sent to inspector.

07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Evaluation of crew performance (fire drills)

Issued 21 July 2022 Resolved

Functionally testing the self-priming capability of the portable fire pump, if the towing vessel is so equipped. Crew was not able to operate portable fire pump during fire drill. Provide training to crew members on proper portable fire pump operation. 46CFR42.245(c)(5)

Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Resolved 27 July 2022
Resolution: Vessel rep provided training to crew and demonstrated effectively operating on board equipment. All Sat

11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifejackets incl. provision and disposition

Issued 21 July 2022 Resolved

Lifejackets must have the following attachments and fittings:(1) Each lifejacket must have a lifejacket light approved under approval series 161.012 or 161.112 securely attached to the front shoulder area of the lifejacket. 04 lifejackets on board are missing lights. Attach lights to lifejackets. 46CFR141.340(g)(1)

Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Resolved 27 July 2022
Resolution: Missing lights were installed on life jackets. All sat.

07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (fire safety)

Issued 21 July 2022 Resolved

Means must be provided for stopping each fan in a ventilation system serving machinery spaces and for closing, in case of fire, each doorway, ventilator, and annular space around funnels and other openings into such spaces. Vent on stern deck has excessive oil build up and missing a cover. Clean oil and attach vent cover.46CFR144.605

Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Resolved 27 July 2022
Resolution: Louvers and means of closure were installed on ventilation. Oil was removed. All sat.

02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Closing devices/watertight doors

Issued 21 July 2022 Resolved

The master must ensure that all hatches, doors, and other openings designed to be watertight or weathertight function properly. Watertight doors on main deck need adjustments to the dogs and gaskets. Install pipes to both port and starboard side. Weathertight door on 2nd deck needs a gasket replacement. 46CFR140.610(b)

Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Resolved 27 July 2022
Resolution: Gaskets were installed on watertight and weathertight doors. Dogging pipes were replaced. All sat.

07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (fire safety)

Issued 21 July 2022 Resolved

Paints, coatings, or other flammable or combustible products onboard a towing vessel must be stored in a designated storage room or cabinet when not in use. Paint locker has a broken key hole and is not labeled. Label accordingly and ensure satisfactory operation of the door. 46CFR142.225(a)

Condition: Damaged By Earlier Event
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 4 August 2022
Resolved 27 July 2022
Resolution: Flammable storage locker door was repaired. Appropriate labeling was installed. All sat.

09 - Working and Living Conditions › 091 - Living Conditions › Water, pipes, tanks

Issued 21 July 2022 Resolved

The owner or managing operator must implement procedures to identify and mitigate health and safety hazards, including but not limited to: (14) Potable water supply. Label shower & sinks: "Water not fit for human consumption" 46CFR140.510(a)(14)

Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 4 August 2022
Resolved 27 July 2022
Resolution: Potable water supply locations were labeled with "not fit for human consumptions". All sat.

11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › On board training and instructions

Issued 21 July 2022 Resolved

The master must ensure that all lifesaving equipment is properly maintained and ready for use at all times. Vessel did not have proper lifejacket donning instructions posted. Post lifejacket instructions in a conspicuous area near stowed lifejackets. 46CFR141.230

Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 4 August 2022
Resolved 27 July 2022
Resolution: Quantity of life jackets and donning instructions were posted accordingly. All sat.

01 - Certificates & Documentation › 013 - Documents › Signs, indications

Issued 21 July 2022 Resolved

Each EAP education program must include at least the following elements: display and distribution of informational material; display and distribution of a community service hot-line telephone number for crewmember assistance, and display and distribution of the employer's policy regarding drug and alcohol use in the workplace. Post clearly labeled DAPI program contact numbers in a conspicuous location onboard vessel. 46CFR16.401(a)

Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 4 August 2022
Resolved 27 July 2022
Resolution: DAPI program contact numbers were clearly posted. All Sat.

01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Other (certificates)

Issued 19 July 2022 Resolved

All owners and operators of an existing towing vessel must have on board a valid COI prior to the specified phase-in period. This vessel has not scheduled an inspection or obtained a valid COI. The vessel shall be made available for a Coast Guard COI Inspection immediately and the vessel may no longer be permitted to operate. 46 CFR 136.202

Condition: Invalid
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Due 19 July 2022
Resolved 21 July 2022
Resolution: Conducted intial COI inspection, issued temporary COI.

Casualty record · 3

5 January 2011Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · serious marine incident, as classified · activity 3921464

11 October 2013Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 4739663

20 February 2020Routine · role: Moored/Anchored in Vicinity of Primary Subject · serious marine incident, as classified · activity 6923074

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

ALLEY CAT (2011–2013). 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.