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SOUTHERN WAVE
SOUTHERN WAVE is a 1987 passenger vessel (inspected). The Coast Guard has recorded 20 inspections since 2016, most recently in November 2025, along with 38 deficiencies and 1 casualty investigation in 2011.
Records from 2011 to 2025. Most recent: inspection, 18 November 2025.
- Built
- 1987
- Last inspected
- 18 November 2025
- Documentation
- Valid · documentation file of 10 August 2026
- Deficiencies
- 38 recorded · 0 without a recorded resolution
- Controls
- None recorded without a removal date
- Casualties
- 1 investigation · 2011
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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
18 November 2025
Deficiencies
38 recorded · 0
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
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Identity
1093469
WDA2424
3034
Flag
UNITED STATES
Maury page id
psix-3034
Documentation record
Registered dimensions (L × B × D)47.0 ft × 25.0 ft × 2.6 ft
Registered tonnagegross 20 / net 16
ITC dimensions (L × B × D)Not recorded
ITC tonnageNot recorded
BuilderMAC'S BOATBUILDERS OF GWYNN'S ISLAND · GWYNN'S ISLAND, VA, UNITED STATES · built 1987
Hull materialFRP (Fiberglass)
PropulsionAuxiliary Sail
Hull shapeShip
Hull configurationMonohull
Hailing portSOUTH PADRE ISLAND, TX
Trade endorsementsCoastwise, unrestricted
DocumentationValid · issued 14 July 2026 · expires 31 July 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 it20 - Simplified, Gross Ton
16 - Simplified, Net Ton
16 - 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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Vessel history report
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Every recorded inspection, 2016 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.
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Inspection history · 20
18 November 2025
Vessel Attendance · Examination of Repairs · Internal Structural Exam · Drydock Exam · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Corpus Christi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8270335
12 May 2025
COI Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Brownsville · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8133396
18 February 2025
Administrative Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Brownsville · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8080794
3 October 2024
Administrative Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Brownsville · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8016162
23 July 2024
Annual Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Brownsville · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7961986
2 February 2024
Administrative Inspection · In-Service Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Brownsville · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7859683
7 December 2023
Hull Examination · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Brownsville · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7836046
21 August 2023
Annual Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Brownsville · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7771228
30 August 2022
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Brownsville · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7547091
8 December 2021
Hull Examination
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Brownsville · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7365903
30 September 2021
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Brownsville · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7774291
9 June 2020
COI Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Brownsville · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6973925
12 December 2019
Drydock Exam
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Brownsville · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6874574
18 September 2019
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Brownsville · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6816712
15 October 2018
Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Brownsville · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6562943
10 September 2018
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Brownsville · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6547206
12 December 2017
Drydock Exam
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Brownsville · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6430627
26 June 2017
Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Brownsville · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6212895
19 June 2017
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Brownsville · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6182265
14 September 2016
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Brownsville · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6000832
Deficiency record · 38
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 2 June 2025
Resolved
Each ring life buoy must be marked with Type II retroreflective material (SOLAS Retroreflective Tape) IAW 46 CFR 164.018 . Vessels ring life buoy was found with unserviceable retroreflective tape.
46 CFR 185.604 (i)
46 CFR 164.018
IMO Resolution A.658(16).
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifejackets incl. provision and disposition
Issued 2 June 2025
Resolved
Each life jacket must be marked with Type I retroreflective material approved in 46 CFR 164.018. Six life jackets where found with unserviceable retroreflective tape (SOLAS Retroreflective Tape). Reduce passenger count to 43 until rectified.
46 CFR 185.604 (h)
IMO RESOLUTION A.658(16) (5)
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifejackets incl. provision and disposition
Issued 2 June 2025
Resolved
A serviceable adult life jacket must be provided for each person carried on board a vessel. Vessel had one torn life jacket. Reduce passenger count to 48 until rectified.
46 CFR 180.71 (a)
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Ready availability of fire fighting equipment
Issued 2 June 2025
Resolved
Portable extinguishers must be inspected and maintained in accordance with NFPA 10. Vessels 40 B:C fire extinguisher was waisted and unserviceable.
46 CFR 176.810(b)(1)
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (load lines)
Issued 2 June 2025
Resolved
The intent of this part is to ensure that materials of each vessel are such as to provide for safe operation. Vessels stbd midship through hull valve is leaking.
46 CFR 177.01-5
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 2 June 2025
Resolved
This part is intended to provide a minimum standard of regulations for electrical installations. Vessel had an unapproved battery charge installed onboard.
46 CFR 183.05-30 (a)
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 091 - Living Conditions › Medical Equipment
Issued 2 June 2025
Resolved
A vessel must carry a first-aid kit approved under approval series 46 CFR 160.041. Expired components found in kit.
46 CFR 184.710
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Hull damage impairing seaworthiness
Issued 2 June 2025
Resolved
The intent of this part is to ensure that materials of each vessel are such as to provide for safe operation. Vessels port quarter has waisted core material. Repair vessel within one month.
46 CFR 177.01-5
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 2 June 2025
Resolved
This part is intended to provide a minimum standard of regulations for electrical installations and equipment that will result in a vessel that is reasonably safe from electrical fire. Vessel was found multiple electrical connections that where faulty.
46 CFR 183.05-30 (a)
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 2 June 2025
Resolved
Auxiliary equipment shall be suitable in type and design for the purpose intended. The port bilge pump was found improperly mounted.
46 CFR 182.10-1
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 2 June 2025
Resolved
All equipment, including switches, fuses, etc., shall be of a type designed for the potential involved and so identified. Vessels distribution panel has multiple unlabeled breakers.
46 CFR 183.10-20 (i)
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 18 February 2025
Resolved
The construction and arrangement of a vessel must allow the safe operation of the vessel in accordance with the terms of its Certificate of Inspection. Two bolts are not of proper length attaching the chain plates to the hull. Repair within one month.
46 CFR 177.100
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 18 February 2025
Resolved
The construction and arrangement of a vessel must allow the safe operation of the vessel in accordance with the terms of its Certificate of Inspection. Vessel has an insufficient preventative maintenance plan for the sails standing and running rigging in accordance with NAVIC 2-16. Submit PMP within one month.
46 CFR 177.100
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Distress flares
Issued 23 July 2024
Resolved
Lakes, bays, and sounds route must carry three hand red flare distress signals approved in accordance with § 160.021 in subchapter Q of this chapter or other standard specified by the Commandant. Vessel did not have required flares onboard.
46 CFR 180.68 (b)(1)
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Emergency, lighting, batteries and switches
Issued 23 July 2024
Resolved
Each vessel must be equipped with at least two operable portable battery lights. One portable light found onboard.
46 CFR 183.430
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Functionality of Safety Systems
Issued 23 July 2024
Resolved
A vessel must be provided with bilge pumps in accordance with Table 182.520(a). Vessel did not have a portable hand bilge pump onboard during the inspection.
46 CFR 182.520 (a)
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › USCG Certificate of Documentation (COD)
Issued 23 July 2024
Resolved
A vessel to which this subchapter applies may not be operated without having on board a valid U.S. Coast Guard Certificate of Documentation. No valid COD was onboard during the inspection.
46 CFR 176.100 (a)
08 - Alarms › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (alarms)
Issued 23 July 2024
Resolved
On a vessel of at least 26 feet in length, a visual and audible alarm must be provided at the operating station to indicate a high water level. MI found the high level alarms visible indicator OOC.
46 CFR 185.530 (a)
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 23 July 2024
Resolved
The construction and arrangement of a vessel must allow the safe operation of the vessel in accordance with the terms of its Certificate of Inspection. Sail rigging, mast, port, lower stay is cracked. Repair prior to using auxiliary sail.
46 CFR 177.100
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 23 July 2024
Resolved
The construction and arrangement of a vessel must allow the safe operation of the vessel in accordance with the terms of its Certificate of Inspection. Sail rigging, mast, stbd, lower wire rope not of proper size. Repair prior to using auxiliary sail.
46 CFR 177.100
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 23 July 2024
Resolved
The construction and arrangement of a vessel must allow the safe operation of the vessel in accordance with the terms of its Certificate of Inspection. Sail rigging, chain plates where found painted and unavailable for inspection. Remove chain plates and have inspected by the CG prior to using auxiliary sail.
46 CFR 177.100
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 23 July 2024
Resolved
The construction and arrangement of a vessel must allow the safe operation of the vessel in accordance with the terms of its Certificate of Inspection. Sail rigging, turn buckle, port, two mid stays found with the incorrect type for sail plan. Repair prior to using auxiliary sail.
46 CFR 177.100
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Lights, shapes, sound-signals
Issued 23 July 2024
Resolved
All vessels must have navigation lights that are in compliance with the applicable sections of the International and Inland Navigation Rules. MI found the mast head light extinguished. The vessel is limited to daylight without reduced visibility operations.
46 CFR 183.420
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 2 February 2024
Resolved
Repairs or alterations to equipment that affect the safety of the vessel must not be made without the approval of the cognizant OCMI. Vessel has an unapproved 120 Voltage AC system. All unapproved components shall be removed from the vessel no latter than Tuesday, February 13th.
46 CFR 176.700 (a)
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 21 August 2023
Resolved
Each connection to a conductor or terminal part of a conductor must be made within an enclosure. Vessel has multiple extension cords used for the 120 Volt AC system. System is to remain secured until it has passed inspection by C.G MI.
46 CFR 183.340 (g)(1)
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 21 August 2023
Resolved
Repairs or alterations to equipment that affect the safety of the vessel must not be made without the approval of the cognizant OCMI. Vessel has an unapproved 120 Voltage AC system. System is to remain secured until it has passes inspection by a C.G MI.
46 CFR 176.700 (a)
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Hull damage impairing seaworthiness
Issued 21 August 2023
Resolved
The construction and arrangement of a vessel must allow the safe operation of the vessel in accordance with the terms of its Certificate of Inspection. Vessel has multiple holes in the deck and through the hull. Temporary repair completed. Complete repair during Dec22 DD.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Distress flares
Issued 21 August 2023
Resolved
Lakes, bays, and sounds route must carry three hand red flare distress signals approved in accordance with 46 CFR 160.021 in subchapter Q of this chapter or other standard specified by the Commandant. Vessel did not have required flares onboard.
46 CFR 180.68 (b)(1)
05 - Radio Communications › N/A - No Subsystem › VHF radio installation
Issued 21 August 2023
Resolved
A vessel must comply with the applicable requirements for any radio including the requirements for a station license and installation certificates to be issued by the Federal Communications Commission, as set forth in 47 CFR part 80. Vessel had an expired station license, bridge to bridge, and no individual radio permit. Vessel must only operate with the approved hand held VHF radio. Rectify within 14 days
46 CFR 184.502
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 21 August 2023
Resolved
The construction and arrangement of a vessel must allow the safe operation of the vessel in accordance with the terms of its Certificate of Inspection. Vessel has an insufficient preventative maintenance plan for the sails standing and running rigging in accordance with NAVIC 2-16. Vessel is to use engine power only until rectified.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 012 - Crew Certificates › Certificates for master and officers
Issued 21 August 2023
Resolved
Each vessel inspected and certificated under the provisions of this subchapter must be in full compliance with the terms of the COI. Vessel does not have a master with a Auxiliary Sail Endorsement on their MMC. Vessel is to use engine power only until rectified.
46 CFR 176.100 (b)
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 012 - Crew Certificates › Certificates for master and officers
Issued 21 August 2023
Resolved
The Coast Guard will issue a medical certificate to a mariner meeting the medical and physical standards for merchant mariners. The master did not have a valid medical certificate on board during the inspection. The vessels master shall have a valid medical certificate to operate.
46 CFR 10.301
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 21 August 2023
Resolved
The construction and arrangement of a vessel must allow the safe operation of the vessel in accordance with the terms of its Certificate of Inspection. Vessels 12 Volt DC system has a broken bus bar near the aft battery compartment.
46 CFR 177.100
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 21 August 2023
Resolved
Each battery must secured to protect against shifting with the roll and pitch of the vessel, and free from exposure to water splash or spray. Batteries must be mounted in trays lined with, or constructed of, a material that is resistant to damage by the electrolyte.
Vessel does not have batteries in trays or strapped down are exposed to salt water.
46 CFR 183.350 (b)&(e)
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 30 August 2022
Resolved
Missing Sail plan: rectify prior to sail operations
Personnel › Certificates/Documents/Licenses › License, Master
Issued 19 June 2017
Resolved
liccense out of date
Construction/Loadline › Markings › Vessel Name/Home Port
Issued 19 June 2017
Resolved
name of vsl on both side of hull
Operations/Management › Drug and Alcohol Testing › Proof of Enrollment
Issued 19 June 2017
Resolved
no proof of enrollment
Casualty record · 1
19 April 2011Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 3994491
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.
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