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LEWESTOWN LADY
- Built
- 1986
- Last inspected
- 4 September 2025
- Documentation
- Valid · NVDC file of 10 August 2026
- Deficiencies
- 52 recorded · 1 without a recorded resolution
- Controls
- None recorded without a removal date
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 Passenger Ship class in Maury's sources begin in 2016.
Inspection record
Last inspected
4 September 2025
Deficiencies
52 recorded · 1
without a recorded resolution
Operational controls
None recorded without a removal date
Years with a record
10 calendar years (2016–2025)
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
908421
WDJ6356
280569
Flag
UNITED STATES
Maury page id
psix-280569
Documentation record
Registered dimensions (L × B × D)42.0 ft × 16.0 ft × 8.0 ft
Registered tonnagegross 36 / net 28
ITC dimensions (L × B × D)Not recorded
ITC tonnageNot recorded
BuilderSLEEPY CREEK BOAT WORKS · MARSHALLBERG, NC, UNITED STATES · built 1986
Hull materialWood
PropulsionDiesel Reduction
Hull shapeShip
Hull configurationMonohull
Hailing portLEWES, DE
Endorsements, as the file codes themcw_un, fi
DocumentationValid · issued 7 May 2026 · expires 31 May 2027
Service, as the file records itPassenger (Inspected)
Hull formpowered (Maury's inference from propulsion, hull shape, material and length, rule hf-1; not a recorded fact)
Tonnage as PSIX records it36 - Simplified, Gross Ton
28 - Simplified, Net Ton
28 - Simplified, 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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Behind this panel: 16 inspections, each with its date, unit and type; 52 deficiencies with the resolution recorded against each, 1 without one; operational controls, none recorded without a removal date; no tow-unit appearances recorded; no other recorded names; the documentation record: dimensions, tonnage, builder, hailing port and endorsements. Every line is a record the Coast Guard wrote; the counts above are the same counts as in the summary, and they are free.
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Vessel history report
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Inspection history · 16
4 September 2025
Administrative Inspection · Annual Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Lewes · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 8218498
17 September 2024
Administrative Inspection · Deficiency Check · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Lewes · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 8004484
25 June 2024
Internal Structural Exam · Deficiency Check · Drydock Exam
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Lewes · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7941898
20 September 2023
Deficiency Check · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Lewes · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7791663
9 June 2022
Deficiency Check · Hull Examination · COI Inspection · Administrative Inspection · Internal Structural Exam
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Lewes · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7473134
1 September 2021
Deficiency Check · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Lewes · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7300488
19 May 2021
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Marine Safety Unit Lewes · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7201153
14 September 2020
Deficiency Check · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Lewes · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7056150
4 June 2020
Internal Structural Exam · Hull Examination · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Lewes · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6967318
29 October 2019
Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Lewes · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6895004
13 September 2019
Administrative Inspection · Deficiency Check · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Lewes · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6811197
2 October 2018
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Lewes · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6553017
19 June 2018
Hull Examination · Internal Structural Exam
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Lewes · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6605721
12 June 2017
Deficiency Check · COI Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Lewes · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6167406
9 September 2016
DAPI Audit · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Lewes · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6001242
15 June 2016
Drydock Exam · Internal Structural Exam
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Lewes · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 5916615
Deficiency record · 52
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Certificate of Inspection (COI)
Issued 3 October 2025
Resolved
Vessel shall undergo an annual inspection. Vessel has 07 outstanding deficiencies that are overdue. Vessel restricted from operating with passengers until all deficiencies are cleared. 46CFR176.500
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 4 September 2025
Resolved
Propulsion machinery shall be suitable and capable of operating at constant load. Port engine exhaust leak. 46CFR182.05-1, 46CFR182.20-10
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 4 September 2025
Resolved
Propulsion machinery shall be suitable under all operating conditions. Flex hose connecting hard pipe on both port and starboard engine at the air filter are compromised and not attached effectively. 46CFR182.15-1
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 4 September 2025
Resolved
The condition of the vsl and it's equipment shall be acceptable to the [name withheld] shaft appears to be out of allignment causing excessive water spray into the E/R bilge. 46CFR176.10-10
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Hull damage impairing seaworthiness
Issued 4 September 2025
Resolved
At each inspection MI shall inspect exterior and interior of the hull. Delaminated outer shell on fwd cabin below the operating station. 46CFR176.25-5
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 4 September 2025
Resolved
Visual and audible alarm shall be provided at the operating station. Visual alarm in inoperable. 46CFR182.520
14 - Pollution Prevention › 144 - MARPOL Annex IV (Not Applicable to PSC Exams conducted in the U.S.) › Sewage treatment plant
Issued 4 September 2025
Resolved
The condition of the vessel and its equipment shall be accepted by the [name withheld] sewage holding tank has a hole toward the top of the tank. Repair sewage tank to original design. Secure heads until greater than 3NM from shore. 46CFR176.01-10
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Distress flares
Issued 4 September 2025
Resolved
VSL req'd to carry 12 distress flares. VSL had 06 in-date distress flares on-board at time of inspection. VSL added an additional 06 distress signals to the boat during the inspection. 46CFR180.35-5
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fixed fire extinguishing installation
Issued 4 September 2025
No resolution recorded
Fire systems shall meet the requirements of this section. VSL halocarbon fireboy in the E/R is past due for its internal examination. 46CFR181.20-1
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Steering gear
Issued 24 September 2024
Resolved
At each inspection the MI tests main and auxiliary steering. Port rudder post had excessive water leak at packing gland. 46CFR176.25-35
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 24 September 2024
Resolved
The MI inspects ahead and astern operation of main propulsion. Port and starboard shaft log excessively leaking water. 46CFR176.25-10
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 013 - Documents › Log-books/compulsory entries
Issued 23 September 2024
Resolved
The master shall conduct drills and give instructions to ensure all crew are familiar with their duties. Vessel did not log drill in on-board log book. 46CFR185.25-10
05 - Radio Communications › N/A - No Subsystem › Satellite EPIRB 406MHz/1.6GHz
Issued 20 September 2023
Resolved
Each vessel that operates on the high seas must have an EPIRB installed to automatically float free and activate. Vessels hydrostatic release unit for EPIRB is expired. Vessel restricted to operating within 03 miles of coastline until HRU is purchased, installed, and verified by MI. 46CFR180.64
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Abandon ship drills
Issued 20 September 2023
Resolved
The master shall conduct sufficient drills and give instruction to make sure all crew members are familiar with their duties during emergencies. Crew unfamiliar with man overboard drill and fire drill. Crew shall practice drills and conduct to satisfaction of MI. 46CFR185.520
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 013 - Documents › Log-books/compulsory entries
Issued 20 September 2023
Resolved
Once a month, if practical, but at least once within a 3 months period before vessel gets underway with pax, abandon ship and MOB drils and training shall be logged and reviewed by the CG. Drill entry shall include date of drill and training, general description. Vessel did not provide documentation of MOB/Abandon ship drill and training. Provide training and conduct drill and log in vessel records for MI review. 46CFR185. 520
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire prevention structural integrity
Issued 20 September 2023
Resolved
Provisions shall be made by means of plugs, covers, etc. to prevent the admission of air into the protected space. E/R missing air vent closing device. 46CFR181.20-35
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Other (accident prevention)
Issued 20 September 2023
Resolved
MI shall require all observed unsafe practices and hazardous situations be corrected. Diesel fuel leak on the STBD engine hose. 46CFR176.830
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Passenger Ship Safety (including exemption)
Issued 9 June 2022
Resolved
A vessel to which this sub-chapter applies may not be operated without having on board a valid Certificate of Inspection. Vessel's COI expires 14 JUNE 2022 and cannot be operated beyond this date until satisfactorily completing a COI.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 9 June 2022
Resolved
Vessels not greater than 49 passengers must have two independent bilge pumps, one of which may be a portable hand pump. Marine Inspector observed portable hand pump was not creating a prime. 46 CFR 182.520
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Hull damage impairing seaworthiness
Issued 9 June 2022
Resolved
Areas of soft planking were discovered on the port bow below the waterline. Submit a repair proposal for repairs to Marine Inspector prior to movemeent of the vessel. 46CFR176.25-5(1)
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Hull damage impairing seaworthiness
Issued 9 June 2022
Resolved
Upon receiving approval of submitted repair proposal, make repair. After completing repairs, make vessel available for visual inspection, followed by sea trials while underway prior to carrying passengers. 46 CFR 176.25-5(1)
18 - Maritime Labour Convention (Not Applicable to PSC Exams conducted in the U.S.) › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Conditions of employment)
Issued 2 September 2021
Resolved
The marine employer must have a sufficient number of alcohol testing devices readily accessible onboard the vessel to determine the presence of alcohol in the system of each individual who was directly involved in the Serious Marine Incident (SMI), unless the required alcohol tests can be accomplished within 2 hours from the time of occurrence of the SMI. Vessel's COI authorizes operations on an Oceans Route and the alcohol testing devices provided are expired. Vessel is limited to a route and time where alcohol testing can be completed within 2 hours of an SMI. 46 CFR 4.06-15
14 - Pollution Prevention › 145 - MARPOL Annex V › Placards
Issued 2 September 2021
Resolved
A vessel must comply with the applicable design, equipment, personnel, procedures, and record requirements of 33 CFR 151, 155, and 156. Vessel is missing a posted garbage placard IAW 33 CFR 151.59 46 CFR 184.702
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Man Overboard Drill (MOB)
Issued 2 September 2021
Resolved
At each initial and subsequent inspection for certification, the marine inspector may require that an abandon ship or man overboard (MOB) drill be held under simulated emergency conditions specified by the inspector. Vessel unable to complete MOB drill this date due to poor weather conditions. Complete a satisfactory MOB drill in the presence of an attending CG Marine Inspector. 46 CFR 176.808
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances
Issued 1 September 2021
Resolved
Portable and semi portable extinguishers must be inspected and maintained in accordance with NFPA 10. Vessel’s portable and pre-engineered system are overdue for inspection. Correct prior to carrying passengers.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Lights, shapes, sound-signals
Issued 1 September 2021
Resolved
All vessels must have navigation lights that are in compliance with the applicable sections of the navigation rules. Vessel’s anchor/masthead light is off station and has one half of the lights not operational. Correct to the satisfaction of the attending marine inspector prior to operating at night or during times of limited visibility.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 1 September 2021
Resolved
All vessels shall be provided with a satisfactory arrangement for draining any watertight compartment other than small buoyancy compartments, under all practical conditions. Fixed bilge system unable to adequately drain bilge Fromm forward passenger compartment.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Rigid liferafts
Issued 1 September 2021
Resolved
Life float platforms must be suspended from the body of the float by a net or an equivalent arrangement, which when fully extended, holds the top of the platform approximately 900 mm (36 in.) below the center of the float body. Vessel’s life float is not equipped with a net or equivalent.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Bulkheads - cracking
Issued 14 September 2020
Resolved
At each subsequent inspection for certification the marine inspector shall examine the the watertight closures in bulkheads. The engine room's forward bulkheads has a penetration with a wire penetrating the bulkhead and gaps where a pipe penetrated the forward bulkhead make repairs to the satisfaction of the attending marine inspector. 46 CFR 176.25-5
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 14 September 2020
Resolved
Means shall be to taken ensure the vessel is reasonably safe from fire caused by and or originating in electrical equipment and reasonably safe from electrical shock of personnel. Numerous dead-end wires unused electrical equipment were found throughout the engine room. Including wires on top of the port engine, a red line that used to connect to the starboard alternator, and a white coil of wire located near the starboard shaft. Remove or terminate in an approved junction box all dead-end wires and unused electrical equipment to the satisfaction of the attending marine inspector. 46 CFR 183.01-15
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 14 September 2020
Resolved
All cable wires must be installed with metal supports spaced not more than 24 inches apart, and in such a manner as to avoid chafing and other damages. The use of plastic tie wraps are to not to be used as a means of support.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 14 September 2020
Resolved
All wiring and cables shall be suitable for marine service and for the particular installation used. Wires serving the vessel's starboard side alternator and battery isolator were not suitable for marine service as they are marked "welding cable". Replace wires with marine type wires of the suitable size and capacity to the satisfaction to the attending marine inspector. 46 183.10-20
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Windows, sidescuttles and deadlights
Issued 14 September 2020
Resolved
Examine all weather tight closures above weather deck and inspect the provisions for drainage of seawater from the exposed decks. In the accommodations space the port and starboard side Forward windows and the port side aft window are not properly sealed. Make repairs to the satisfaction of the attending marine inspector. 46 CFR 126.25-5
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Hull damage impairing seaworthiness
Issued 14 September 2020
Resolved
Submit a repair proposal for permanent repairs to the vessel's port bow to be completed prior to operating the vessel in the 2021. (This deficiency is re-issued and supersedes the deficiency issued on 04 JUN 2020) 46 CFR 176.25-5
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Auxiliary engine
Issued 24 September 2019
Resolved
Auxiliary machinery shall be suitable for its intended purpose. Operation of generator could not be proven during inspection. Prior to using generator, prove proper operation to attending CG Marine Inspector. 46 CFR 182.01-5
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (fire safety)
Issued 24 September 2019
Resolved
Flexible hose may be used in diesel fuel supply provided it complies with 46 CFR 182.20-40(a)(2). Flexible Parker hose is not USCG approved hose for use in fuel systems. 46 CFR 182.20-40
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (fire safety)
Issued 24 September 2019
Resolved
Flexible hose may be used in diesel fuel supply provided it complies with 46 CFR 182.20-40(a)(2). Flexible fuel hose used for fuel return to stbd fuel tank penetrates the bulkhead separating the engine room and tank room. 46 CFR 182.20-40
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Guards - fencing around dangerous machinery parts
Issued 24 September 2019
Resolved
Machinery shall be installed in such a manner as to afford adequate protection against personnel injury. The alternator and PTO pump for the port engine present an exposed hazard to personnel. 46 CFR 182.01-5
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Lighting (Working spaces)
Issued 24 September 2019
Resolved
Vessels shall be equipped with a suitable number of portable battery lights. Flashlight provided for the operating station is inoperable. 46 CFR 184.30-1
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 013 - Documents › Signs, indications
Issued 24 September 2019
Resolved
Remote fuel shutoff stations shall marked in at least one inch letters indicating purpose of the valve. Emergency fuel shutoff valve location is not properly marked. 46 CFR 185.30-20
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Operational readiness of lifesaving appliances
Issued 18 September 2019
Resolved
Each survival craft must be stowed so that when the vessel sinks the survival craft floats free. Vessel's life float was secured to the deck by two lines. 46 CFR 180.130
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifejackets incl. provision and disposition
Issued 18 September 2019
Resolved
Each life jacket carried on a vessel on an oceans route must have a life jacket light approved in accordance with 46 CFR 161.012 that is securely attached to the front shoulder area of the life jacket. All required child size life jackets are missing lights. 46 CFR 180.25-20
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Stowage and provision of liferafts
Issued 18 September 2019
Resolved
Each item of lifesaving equipment with an expiration date on it must be replaced if the expiration date has passed. Battery for the life float's water light is expired. 46 CFR 176.808
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Maintenance of Fire protection systems
Issued 18 September 2019
Resolved
Fixed-gas fire extinguishing systems shall be inspected and tested in accordance with Table 176.810(b) and in accordance with 46 CFR 147.60 and 147.65. The fixed-gas extinguishing system's storage cylinder is overdue for it's second visual examination in lieu of hydrostatic testing. 46 CFR 176.810(b)
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Means of escape
Issued 18 September 2019
Resolved
All vessels shall be provided with not less than two avenues of escape from all general areas accessible to the passengers. Forward escape hatch is sealed closed with tape and silicone. 46 CFR 177.15-1
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Closing devices/watertight doors
Issued 18 September 2019
Resolved
At each inspection the owner or operator shall be prepared to conduct operational tests of all overboard discharge and intake valves... Raw water intake valve for the starboard engine could not be closed. 46 CFR 176.804
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances
Issued 18 September 2019
Resolved
A vessel not required to have a power driven fire pump must have at least three 2.5 gallon buckets, with an attached lanyard and with the words "Fire Bucket" stenciled in contrasting color. Vessel is missing two fire buckets. 46 CFR 181.610
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 013 - Documents › Signs, indications
Issued 18 September 2019
Resolved
Placards containing instructions for the donning and use of the life jackets aboard the vessel must be posted in conspicuous places that are regularly accessible and visible to the crew and passengers. Donning placards are not posted. 46 CFR 185.516
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Maintenance of Life Saving Appliances
Issued 18 September 2019
Resolved
A life float platform must be suspended from the body of the float by a net or an equivalent arrangement, which when fully extended, holds the top of the platform approximately 36 inches below the center of the float body. Life float platform does not meet the 36 inch requirement. 46 CFR 160.027
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 013 - Documents › Signs, indications
Issued 18 September 2019
Resolved
The number and identification of life jackets stowed inside each container must be marked in two inch letters and numbers. Forward stowage location is not marked. 46 CFR 185.604
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Certificate of Inspection (COI)
Issued 18 September 2019
Resolved
The COI must be posted under glass such that all pages are visible and in a conspicuous place where observation by passengers is likely. COI is not posted. 46 CFR 176.302
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Certificate of Inspection (COI)
Issued 15 September 2019
Resolved
Vessels must undergo/complete an annual inspection within the three months before or after each anniversary date. Vessel is overdue in completing its annual inspection. 46 CFR 176.500
Ownership record
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