CHUB MORRIS

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

Built: 1982
Last inspected: 24 November 2025
Documentation: Valid · NVDC file of 10 August 2026
Inspections: 25
Deficiencies: 19 recorded · 0 without a recorded resolution
Controls: None recorded without a removal date
Inspected with: 41 other vessels

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 24 November 2025

Recorded inspections25

…physical examinations8

…administrative events3

…with no type recorded14

Deficiencies 19 recorded · 0 without a recorded resolution

Operational controls None recorded without a removal date

Years with a record 19 calendar years (1988–2025)

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

645746

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WDG4908

205635

Flag

UNITED STATES

Maury page id

psix-205635

Documentation record

Registered dimensions (L × B × D)52.8 ft × 22.0 ft × 7.5 ft

Registered tonnagegross 75 / net 51

ITC dimensions (L × B × D)Not recorded

ITC tonnageNot recorded

BuilderGREENVILLE · built 1982

Hull materialSteel

PropulsionDiesel Reduction

Hull shapeUNSPECIFIED

Hull configurationUNSPECIFIED

Hailing portST LOUIS, MO

Endorsements, as the file codes themcw_un

DocumentationValid · issued 6 July 2026 · expires 31 August 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 it75 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Gross Ton
51 - 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.

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Inspected as a tow unit · 41

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 · 25

24 November 2025 DAPI Audit

Administrative · Sector Upper Mississippi River · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8279225

22 September 2025 Annual Inspection · MTSA Verification · Administrative Inspection · Deficiency Check

Physical examination · Sector Upper Mississippi River · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8228066

30 September 2024 Administrative Inspection · Annual Inspection

Physical examination · Sector Upper Mississippi River · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8004317

16 November 2023 Administrative Inspection · DAPI Audit

Administrative · Sector Upper Mississippi River · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7826098

22 September 2023 Annual Inspection

Physical examination · Sector Upper Mississippi River · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7796713

11 August 2022 Annual Inspection · Deficiency Check

Physical examination · Sector Upper Mississippi River · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7530281

7 April 2021 Initial Certification · Deficiency Check

Physical examination · Sector Upper Mississippi River · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7170710

19 January 2019 Type not recorded

No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Paducah · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6613220

7 March 2017 Type not recorded

No type recorded · Sector Upper Mississippi River · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6101440

15 July 2014 Industry Initiated Exam · Deficiency Check · MTSA Verification · Administration

Physical examination · Sector Upper Mississippi River · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4923012

9 August 2013 Type not recorded

No type recorded · Sector Upper Mississippi River · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4683572

5 July 2013 Type not recorded

No type recorded · Sector Upper Mississippi River · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4656954

3 May 2013 Type not recorded

No type recorded · Sector Upper Mississippi River · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4585367

9 September 2011 Industry Initiated Exam

Physical examination · Sector Upper Mississippi River · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4138667

5 January 2007 Type not recorded

No type recorded · Sector Upper Mississippi River · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2850646

25 December 2006 Type not recorded

No type recorded · Sector Upper Mississippi River · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2849350

1 June 2006 MTSA Verification · Administrative Inspection · Uninspected Other

Physical examination · Sector Upper Mississippi River · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2667118

22 December 2003 Security Plan Review - ASP

Administrative · Marine Safety Center (MSC) · Activity 1968386

17 May 2001 Type not recorded

No type recorded · MSO ST LOUIS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 124799

16 December 1999 Type not recorded

No type recorded · MSO ST LOUIS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 435881

12 September 1997 Type not recorded

No type recorded · MSO ST LOUIS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 412828

28 April 1996 Type not recorded

No type recorded · MSO ST LOUIS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 53131

1 April 1993 Type not recorded

No type recorded · MSO ST LOUIS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 357323

9 March 1993 Type not recorded

No type recorded · MSO ST LOUIS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 356856

16 February 1988 Type not recorded

No type recorded · MSO MEMPHIS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 321459

Deficiency record · 19

07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Oil accumulation in engine room

Issued 22 September 2025 Resolved

All seals and gaskets must be properly maintained to prevent leaks of flammable or combustible liquid. High pressure, fuel supply for starboard main diesel engine excessively leaking fuel. Deficiency to be corrected prior to operating engine and prior to vessel returning to commercial towing operation.

Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 27 October 2025
Resolution: High pressure fuel system delivery components (cylinder head delivery system fittings and most metalic tubing) replaced; engine operated with no observable active fuel leaks.

09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical

Issued 22 September 2025 Resolved

Electrical systems and equipment must function properly and minimize system failures and fire and shock hazards. Distribution panel located on engine room forward bulkhead is missing a blank exposing crew to a potential shock hazard.

Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 6 October 2025
Resolved 21 October 2025
Resolution: Blank installed in distribution panel.

07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Ventilation

Issued 30 September 2024 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. Port and Starboard side ventilation do not open and close as designed.

Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Resolved 1 October 2024
Resolution: Received videos of each side ventilation closures functioning properly.

13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Auxiliary engine

Issued 30 September 2024 Resolved

An exposed hazard such as gears and rotating machinery, must be protected by a cover, guard or rail. Port generator missing cover.

Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Resolved 1 October 2024
Resolution: Received a photo of new lagging placed over the generator manifold.

02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Structural condition)

Issued 30 September 2024 Resolved

Each towing vessel certificated under the provisions of this sub chapter must be in full compliance with the terms of the COI. Rudder posts have play in them allowing water to come up on deck and make loud clanking when operating rudders. Operator is to come up with a plan to rectify issue due to dry dock not being until 2026 and present to the CG.

Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 22 September 2025
Resolution: Witnessed proper operation of steering and flanking rudders.

07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire detection and alarm system

Issued 11 August 2022 Resolved

The fire detection system has not been serviced or maintained in accordance with the manufactures manual. Prove that the fire detection system is serviced and maintained annually.

Condition: Invalid
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 23 August 2022
Resolved 11 August 2022
Resolution: The deficiency was cleared to the satisfaction of an USCG Marine Inspector.

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

Issued 11 August 2022 Resolved

Each towing vessel must be maintained and operated so as to minimize fire hazards. Both generator windings are dirty and oil soaked. Prove the windings have been cleaned to the satisfaction of a USCG Marine Inspector. Due 18AUG2022.

Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 18 August 2022
Resolved 23 August 2022
Resolution: The deficiency was cleared to the satisfaction of a USCG Marine Inspector.

13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)

Issued 11 August 2022 Resolved

Machinery systems must be designed and maintained to provide for safe operation of the towing vessel and safety of persons on board. Two (02) steering hydraulic hoses located in the engine room are cracked, bulging and showing signs of severe corrosion. Replace both hoses to the satisfaction of the attending USCG Marine Inspector.

Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 8 September 2022
Resolved 17 August 2022
Resolution: The deficiency was cleared to the satisfaction of an attending USCG Marine Inspector.

13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)

Issued 11 August 2022 Resolved

The engine room fuel tank is fitted with a primary fuel shutoff for all machinery. Prove the secondary emergency fuel shutoffs work for all engines.

Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 18 August 2022
Resolved 17 August 2022
Resolution: The deficiency was cleared to the satisfaction of an attending USCG Marine Inspector.

08 - Alarms › N/A - No Subsystem › General alarm

Issued 8 July 2021 Resolved

Prove proper operation of the engine room general alarm prior to operations.

Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 9 July 2021
Resolution: The deficiency was cleared to the satisfaction of a USCG Marine Inspector.

07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances

Issued 8 July 2021 Resolved

Secure semi portable fire extinguisher.

Condition: Placed in Improper Service
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 8 August 2021
Resolved 9 July 2021
Resolution: The deficiency was cleared to the satisfaction of a USCG Marine Inspector.

07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Remote Means of control (opening,pumps,ventilation,etc.) Machinery spaces

Issued 8 July 2021 Resolved

Prove the secondary port engine emergency fuel shutoff operates properly.

Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 8 July 2021
Resolved 3 August 2021
Resolution: The deficiency was cleared to the satisfaction of a USCG Marine Inspector.

07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Remote Means of control (opening,pumps,ventilation,etc.) Machinery spaces

Issued 8 July 2021 Resolved

Install and prove means to stop engine room fans.

Condition: Design Flaw
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 8 August 2021
Resolved 3 August 2021
Resolution: The deficiency was cleared to the satisfaction of a USCG Marine Inspector.

13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Auxiliary engine

Issued 7 April 2021 Resolved

Clean both oil covered generator windings.

Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 8 August 2021
Resolved 23 August 2021
Resolution: The deficiency was cleared to the satisfaction of an attending USCG Marine Inspector.

Documentation

Issued 9 March 1993 Resolved

DOCUMENTATION CERTIFICATE NOT ONBOARD VESSEL.