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CALIFORNIA SPIRIT

CALIFORNIA SPIRIT is a 1988 passenger vessel (inspected). The Coast Guard has recorded 22 inspections since 2016, most recently in December 2025, along with 70 deficiencies — 1 with no resolution recorded — and 3 operational controls.

Records from 2016 to 2025. Most recent: inspection, 2 December 2025.

Built
1988
Last inspected
2 December 2025
Documentation
Valid · documentation file of 10 August 2026
Controls
None recorded without a removal date

Identity

WDF2131
311215
Flag
UNITED STATES
Maury page id
psix-311215

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.

Inspections, by type

Years with a record 10 calendar years (2016–2025)
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Documentation record

Registered dimensions (L × B × D)90.0 ft × 25.7 ft × 4.9 ft
Registered tonnagegross 84 / net 57
ITC dimensions (L × B × D)Not recorded
ITC tonnageNot recorded
BuilderLITTLE HOQUIAM BOAT SHOP · HOQUIAM, WA, UNITED STATES · built 1988
Hull materialFRP (Fiberglass)
PropulsionDiesel Reduction
Hull shapeUNSPECIFIED
Hull configurationUNSPECIFIED
Hailing portSAN FRANCISCO, CA
Trade endorsementsCoastwise, unrestricted, Recreational, Registry
DocumentationValid · issued 18 December 2025 · expires 31 December 2026
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 it84 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Gross Ton
57 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Net Ton
79 - Displacement, Ton
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Inspection history · 22

2 December 2025 Deficiency Check · COI Inspection · In-Service Inspection
Physical examination · Sector San Diego · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 8276187
22 September 2025 COI Inspection
Physical examination · Sector San Francisco · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 8208242
13 August 2025 Drydock Exam · Deficiency Check · Hull Examination
Physical examination · Sector San Francisco · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 8208182
7 May 2025 Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector San Francisco · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 8130625
3 December 2024 Deficiency Check · Annual Inspection · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector San Francisco · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 8036505
20 December 2023 Annual Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector San Francisco · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 7834128
15 June 2023 In-Service Inspection
Physical examination · Sector San Francisco · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 7715965
26 January 2023 Internal Structural Exam · Hull Examination · Deficiency Check · Drydock Exam
Physical examination · Sector San Francisco · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 7627675
9 December 2022 Annual Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector San Francisco · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 7606903
8 June 2022 Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector San Francisco · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 7471780
4 November 2021 Annual Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector San Francisco · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 7343272
2 June 2021 Administrative Inspection · Damage Survey
Physical examination · Sector San Francisco · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 7214273
10 March 2021 Drydock Exam · Hull Examination · Internal Structural Exam
Physical examination · Sector San Francisco · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 7156799
23 September 2020 Deficiency Check · COI Inspection
Physical examination · Sector San Francisco · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 7058131
10 September 2019 Administrative Inspection · Annual Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector San Francisco · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 6805069
7 May 2019 Hull Examination · Deficiency Check · Administrative Inspection · Internal Structural Exam
Physical examination · Sector San Francisco · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 6679243
5 October 2018 Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Navigation Center · Activity 6555455
27 August 2018 Deficiency Check · Administrative Inspection · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector San Francisco · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 6524114
26 September 2017 DAPI Audit · Deficiency Check · Annual Inspection · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector San Francisco · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 6275207
21 June 2017 Deficiency Check · Plan Review "T" Boat · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector San Francisco · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 6182751
13 March 2017 Deficiency Check · Construction Oversight · Drydock Exam · Administrative Inspection · Internal Structural Exam
Physical examination · Sector San Francisco · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 6104116
19 September 2016 Annual Inspection · Administrative Inspection · DAPI Audit
Physical examination · Sector San Francisco · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 6005077

Deficiency record · 70

07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (fire safety)
Issued 22 September 2025 Resolved
Materials used in piping systems must meet the requirements of this subpart and be otherwise acceptable to the cognizant OCMI. Marine Inspector identified that the supply fuel piping was deteriorating and in unsatisfactory condition. Conduct repairs to the satisfaction of Marine Inspector. (46 CFR 182.700)
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 6 October 2025
Resolved 13 October 2025
Resolution: Received photos of satisfactory fuel piping.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 22 September 2025 Resolved
Electrical equipment exposed to the weather must be watertight. Marine Inspector identified that the port aft light receptacle on the upper deck was wasted and not watertight. Conduct repairs to the satisfaction of the Marine Inspector. (46 CFR 183.210(b))
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 6 October 2025
Resolved 9 October 2025
Resolution: Operator provided photo of light in serviceable condition.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 22 September 2025 Resolved
Where flexible nonmetallic hose is permitted for use in piping systems by this section, it must meet SAE J-1942 or be specifically approved by the Commandant. Observed that the coolant return hose on starboard generator was not an authorized type. Replace hose to the satisfaction of the Marine Inspector. (46 CFR 182.720(e))
Condition: Placed in Improper Service
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 6 October 2025
Resolved 13 October 2025
Resolution: Received photos of proper hose.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Maintenance of Life Saving Appliances
Issued 22 September 2025 Resolved
Each ring life buoy with a floating waterlight must have a lanyard of at least 3 feet in length, but not more than 6 feet, securing the waterlight around the body of the ring life buoy. Observed that the port life ring waterlight lanyard is deteriorating. Replace the lanyard to the satisfaction of the Marine Inspector. (46 CFR 180.70(d)(2))
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 6 October 2025
Resolved 8 October 2025
Resolution: Received satisfactory photo of serviceable life ring waterlight lanyard.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Maintenance of Life Saving Appliances
Issued 22 September 2025 Resolved
The ring life buoy shall be so placed as to be readily accessible. It shall be capable of being cast loose, shall not be permanently secured in any way, and shall have attached to it a line of at least 60 feet in length. Observed that the port life ring lifeline is deteriorating. Replace the lifeline to the satisfaction of the Marine Inspector. (46 CFR 180.30-10(a) [OLD T])
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 6 October 2025
Resolved 8 October 2025
Resolution: Received satisfactory photo of serviceable life ring lifeline.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Maintenance of Life Saving Appliances
Issued 22 September 2025 Resolved
Life floats, together with their oars and paddles, shall be conspicuously marked with the vessel's name. Observed that the vessel's name was not present on the life float paddles. Write the vessel name onto the paddles to the satisfaction of the Marine Inspector. (46 CFR 185.30-5(a) [OLD T])
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 6 October 2025
Resolved 7 October 2025
Resolution: Received satisfactory photos of paddles with the vessel name written on them.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 091 - Living Conditions › Medical Equipment
Issued 22 September 2025 Resolved
A vessel must carry either a first-aid kit that meets requirements in 46 CFR 199.175(b)(10) or kit with equivalent contents and instructions. Observed that the kit had expired eye wash treatments. Replace the items to the satisfaction of the Marine Inspector. (46 CFR 184.710)
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 6 October 2025
Resolved 30 September 2025
Resolution: Received satisfactory photos of replaced eye wash.
18 - Maritime Labour Convention (Not Applicable to PSC Exams conducted in the U.S.) › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Conditions of employment)
Issued 22 September 2025 Resolved
The marine employer must have a sufficient number of alcohol testing devices readily accessible on board the vessel to determine the presence of alcohol in the system of each individual who was directly involved in the SMI. Observed that the test swabs on board were expired. Replace with swabs to the satisfaction of the Marine Inspector. (46 CFR 4.06-15(a)(1))
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 6 October 2025
Resolved 30 September 2025
Resolution: Received satisfactory photos of replaced swabs.
05 - Radio Communications › N/A - No Subsystem › Operation/maintenance
Issued 22 September 2025 Resolved
A vessel must comply with the applicable requirements for any radio installations, including the requirements for a station license and installation certificates to be issued by the FCC, as set forth in 47 CFR part 80. Observed that the Vessel Bridge-to-Bridge Safety Radiotelephony Certificate and Communications Act Safety Radiotelephony Certificate were expired. Update certificates to the satisfaction of the Marine Inspector.
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 6 October 2025
Resolved 3 October 2025
Resolution: Received attachments of valid FCC certificates via email.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (fire safety)
Issued 22 September 2025 Resolved
On a vessel of more than 65 feet in length, the minimum capacity of the fire pump must be 50 gallons per minute at a pressure of not less than 60 psi at the pump outlet. The pump outlet must be fitted with pressure gauge. Observed that 01 of the 02 gauges was not displaying accurate psi measurements. Rectify or replace the gauge to the satisfaction of the Marine Inspector. (46 CFR 181.300(b))
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 6 October 2025
Resolved 8 October 2025
Resolution: Photo of serviceable pressure gauge was delivered to MI.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Other (certificates)
Issued 7 May 2025 No resolution recorded
A vessel that is exposed to salt water more than three months in any 12 month period since the last examination must undergo a drydock examination and an internal structural at least once every two years. The vessel has not completed a drydock examination within the last two years. Conduct satisfactory drydock examination prior to the carriage of passengers. 46 CFR 176.600(c)(1)
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Operational readiness of lifesaving appliances
Issued 3 December 2024 Resolved
At each initial and subsequent inspection for certification, the marine inspector shall inspect all lifesaving equipment to determine its serviceability. 46 CFR 176.25-22(a) Each item of survival craft equipment must be of good quality, and efficient for the purpose it is intended to serve... MI observed 2 of the vessels buoyant apparatuses had exposed foam, grab line deterioration, retro wastage, and no spacers between the stacked life floats/BA’s. MI also found 3 paddles for the life floats were wasted, improper size, not labeled with vessels name, and one of them wasn’t properly attached to the life float. Make repairs or replace 2 of the buoyant apparatuses, and replace 3 paddles to the satisfaction of the MI.46 CFR 180.175(a)
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 2 January 2025
Resolved 25 June 2025
Resolution: Operator replaced lifefloats to MI satisfaction.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Operational readiness of lifesaving appliances
Issued 3 December 2024 Resolved
Each child size life jacket must be stowed in a location that is appropriately marked and separated from adult life jackets so the child size life jackets are not mistaken for adult life jackets. Vessel had insufficient number of child sized life jackets in the compartment that is dedicated to their storage. Vessel added 4 child life jackets to cabinet on the main deck to meet the requirements of their COI. Create placard or label the compartment with the additional 4 child life jackets for passenger and crew awareness to the satisfaction of the MI. 46 CFR 180.78(a)(5)
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 17 December 2024
Resolved 11 February 2025
Resolution: Verified placard for childrens life jackets.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Other (accident prevention)
Issued 3 December 2024 Resolved
Sea rails, with suitable barriers to prevent accidental movement of cooking pots, must be installed on a cooking range. MI found the galley range is missing sea rails. Install sea rails to the satisfaction of the MI. 46 CFR 184.220(e)
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 17 December 2024
Resolved 11 February 2025
Resolution: Verified sea rails were installed on the cooking range.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire pumps and its pipes
Issued 3 December 2024 Resolved
The minimum capacity of the power fire pump shall be 50 gallons per minute at a pressure of not less than 60 pounds per square inch at the pump outlet. The pump outlet shall be fitted with a pressure gage. When testing the fire pump MI observed fire pump outlet pressure to be 42 PSI, and the pressure gage to be a significant distance from the pump outlet. Install outlet pressure gage closer to the pump outlet and test fire pump pressure to the satisfaction of the MI. 46 CFR 181.10-1(c)
Condition: Design Flaw
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 17 December 2024
Resolved 11 February 2025
Resolution: Verified pressure gauge was installed closer to the pump outlet and pumps maintained a pressure of 60 PSI.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Maintenance and inspections
Issued 3 December 2024 Resolved
Each EPIRB, other than an EPIRB in an inflatable liferaft, must be tested monthly, using the integrated test circuit and output indicator, to determine that it is operative. Vessel was not logging monthly EPIRB tests. Vessel tested and logged monthly EPIRB during inspection, corrected on the spot. 46 CFR 185.728(a)
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Resolved 3 December 2024
Resolution: EPIRB was tested and logged, corrected on the spot.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Other (accident prevention)
Issued 3 December 2024 Resolved
Electrical equipment exposed to the weather must be watertight. MI observed exposed wires to a light for the bow thruster station on the port side weather deck. Cover the exposed wires or remove the light installation to the satisfaction of the MI. 46 CFR 183.210(b)
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 17 December 2024
Resolved 26 March 2025
Resolution: Vessel made satisfactory repair, photo attached to document tab.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire pumps and its pipes
Issued 3 December 2024 Resolved
The minimum capacity of the power fire pump shall be 50 gallons per minute at a pressure of not less than 60 pounds per square inch at the pump outlet... MI observed leak of 1 drop per second at the shaft seal. Repair leak and test fire pump to the satisfaction of the MI. 46 CFR 181.10-1(c)
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 17 December 2024
Resolved 11 February 2025
Resolution: Vessel installed new fire pumps to the satisfaction of the MI.
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Public address system
Issued 20 December 2023 Resolved
A vessel with more than one passenger deck and a vessel with overnight accommodations must have the public address system operable from the operating station. Vessel's public address system is not operable from the operating station.
Condition: Design Flaw
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 20 January 2024
Resolved 22 January 2024
Resolution: Deficiency resolved to satisfaction of Marine Inspector.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Covers (hatchway-, portable-, tarpaulins, etc.)
Issued 20 December 2023 Resolved
At each initial and subsequent inspection for certification of a vessel, the owner and managing operator shall be prepared for inspection and operation of all watertight closures in the hull and decks. MI discovered the lazarette hatch is not fully watertight.
Condition: Design Flaw
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 20 January 2024
Resolved 22 January 2024
Resolution: Deficiency resolved to satisfaction of Marine Inspector.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Windows, sidescuttles and deadlights
Issued 20 December 2023 Resolved
At each initial and subsequent inspection for certification of a vessel, the owner and managing operator shall be prepared for inspection of all accessible parts of the interior of the hull. MI discovered water leak into the vessel's interiors stemming from the stbd side ceiling of the second deck of the vessel. Vessel owner shall make repairs to the satisfaction of the cognizant OCMI.
Condition: Design Flaw
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 20 January 2024
Resolved 22 January 2024
Resolution: Deficiency resolved to satisfaction of Marine Inspector. Sealant applied to areas where water was leaking into ceiling.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 20 December 2023 Resolved
Each ring life buoy must be marked with Type II retro-reflective material approved under subpart 164.018 of this chapter. The vessel's ring buoys were missing retro-reflective tapes.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 20 January 2024
Resolved 22 January 2024
Resolution: Deficiency resolved to satisfaction of Marine Inspector. Reflective tape added to life rings.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Maintenance of Life Saving Appliances
Issued 20 December 2023 Resolved
The name of a vessel must be marked or painted in clearly legible letters and numbers on each life float and buoyant apparatus. Name of vessel is missing from one of the life floats.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 20 January 2024
Resolved 22 January 2024
Resolution: Deficiency resolved to satisfaction of Marine Inspector. Name added to life floats.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Structural condition)
Issued 20 December 2023 Resolved
At each initial and subsequent inspection for certification of a vessel, the owner and managing operator shall be prepared for inspection of all accessible parts of the exterior of the hull. MI observed that the ladder to access life floats is missing multiple bolts. 46 CFR 176.802(a)(1)
Condition: Damaged By Earlier Event
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 20 January 2024
Resolved 22 January 2024
Resolution: Deficiency resolved to satisfaction of Marine Inspector. Screws added to ladder support.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Other (accident prevention)
Issued 20 December 2023 Resolved
The marine employer must ensure that alcohol testing must be conducted on each individual engaged or employed on board the vessel who is directly involved in the serious marine incident within two hours. The vessel's alcohol testing strips were out of date. Vessel operator to acquire new testing strips prior to operating the vessel that will require the vessel to be more than 2 hours of an alcohol testing facility.
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 20 January 2024
Resolved 22 January 2024
Resolution: Deficiency resolved to satisfaction of Marine Inspector. New alcohol strips were aquired.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire pumps and its pipes
Issued 9 December 2022 Resolved
At each subsequent inspection for certification all vessels shall conduct the following tests: The fire pump shall be tested and the fire hose shall be subjected to the available fire pump pressure. During the operational test of the fire pump, the discharge piping was actively leaking due to a piping failure. Repair piping to the satisfaction of the Marine Inspector prior to the carriage of passengers. 46 CFR 176.25-25 'Old T'
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 16 December 2022
Resolution: Operational test conducted to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Steering gear
Issued 9 December 2022 Resolved
All vessels except non-self propelled vessels shall be provided with suitable steering apparatus. The steel cross member support is wasted, and the fiberglass longitudinal supports are showing signs of delamination. Submit repair proposal to satisfaction of Marine Inspector for work to be completed prior to credit dry dock exam. 46 CFR 182.30-1 'Old T'
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 7 March 2023
Resolution: Verified repairs of damaged frames.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire pumps and its pipes
Issued 9 December 2022 Resolved
Mechanically propelled "L" vessels shall comply with the provision of Subchapter F. Mechanically connected fittings must be designed and constructed IAW ASTM F 1387. Firemain piping was discovered to be replaced with mechanical fittings not designed to ASTM F 1387. Replace piping prior to credit dry dock exam. 46 CFR 182.40-5 'Old T'
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 6 February 2023
Resolved 3 February 2023
Resolution: Attending MI verified replacement of mechanical fittings with proper Viega ProPress fittings.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Remote Means of control (opening,pumps,ventilation,etc.) Machinery spaces
Issued 9 December 2022 Resolved
Shutoff valves shall be fitted in the fuel supply lines. The shutoff valve at the tank shall be operable from outside the tank compartment. The Port Main Engine F/O shutoff valve is worn. Replace F/O shutoff valve. 46 CFR 182.20-40(3) 'Old-T'
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 13 January 2023
Resolved 16 December 2022
Resolution: F/O shutoff valve handle was replaced, and tested to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector.
08 - Alarms › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (alarms)
Issued 9 December 2022 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 in each normally unmanned space. The vessel's high water level audible alarm was found to be uninstalled. Operator corrected on the spot. 46 CFR 182.530
Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Resolved 9 January 2023
Resolution: Correct on the spot
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Machinery space openings
Issued 4 November 2021 Resolved
Penetration in watertight bulkheads must have means to make them watertight. There 02 penetrations in the engine room that are not watertight. One is at the forward bulkhead at the penetration of the halon discharge. The other is in the aft bulkhead at the fire main penetration. 46 CFR 171.114(a)(2) (Old T)
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 5 December 2021
Resolved 10 December 2021
Resolution: Operator sent photos of the repairs.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Scuppers, inlets and discharges
Issued 4 November 2021 Resolved
Watertight bulkheads must not have sluice valves. A sluice valve (gate valve) is installed on aft side of collision bulkhead that is left over from the old bilge piping. Remove and plug within 30 days. Permanent repairs required during next drydock. 46 CFR 171.114(b) (Old T)
Condition: Design Flaw
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 31 March 2023
Resolved 3 February 2023
Resolution: Attending MI verified removal and plugging of sluice valve.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Buoyant apparatus
Issued 4 November 2021 Resolved
Each buoyant apparatus on the vessel on March 11, 1996, may be used to meet the requirements of this part as long as the survival craft is continued in use on the vessel, and is in good and serviceable condition. Multiple lacerations and deterioration found on buoyant apparatuses.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 5 December 2021
Resolved 10 December 2021
Resolution: Vessel sent photos of repairs. Advised operator that the bouyant appartus may cause devices to not last another year.
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 4 November 2021 Resolved
Employers must ensure that they and their crewmembers meet the requirements of this part. Vessel employed deckhand that is not enrolled in vessel's chemical testing program. Provide enrollment in program and compliance with 46 CFR 16.210 (pre-employment testing).
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 5 December 2021
Resolved 10 December 2021
Resolution: Employer will not enroll this member. Emailed that the member in question will not be given duties that directly affect the safe operation of the vessel.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Steering gear
Issued 4 November 2021 Resolved
All vessels except non-self-propelled vessels shall be provided with suitable steering apparatus. Linkage rod between rudders has severe corrosion and needs further inspection at next drydock. 46 CFR 182.30-1 (Old T)
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 31 March 2023
Resolved 7 March 2023
Resolution: Verified completion of repairs to damaged frames that was affecting the steering components.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Structural condition)
Issued 10 March 2021 Resolved
For a vessel, the construction of which was begun prior to approval of the plans and information required by paragraphs (a) and (b) of this section, the cognizant OCMI may require any additional plans and information, manufacturers' certifications of construction, testing including reasonable destructive testing, and inspections, which the OCMI determines are necessary to verify that the vessel complies with the requirements of this subchapter. Four of nine upright stanchions missing on aft main deck. Deck above carries passengers, these stanchions may be required to maintain adequate strength of the upper deck.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 28 April 2021
Resolved 1 July 2021
Resolution: Received Deck Analysis from engineer. The deck beams exceeded requirements of ABS with considerable safety margin.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 23 September 2020 Resolved
A bilge suction must be fitted with a suitable strainer having an open area not less than three times the area of the bilge pipe. Strainer missing on forepeak and engine room pick ups. 46 CFR 182.510(b)
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 23 October 2020
Resolved 27 October 2020
Resolution: Received photo showing correction
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 23 September 2020 Resolved
Electrical equipment on a vessel must be installed and maintained to protect passengers, crew, other persons, and the vessel from electrical hazards, including fire, caused by or originating in electrical equipment, and electrical shock. Several exposed wires found in space behind pilot house steering console. 46 CFR 183.200(b)
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 23 October 2020
Resolved 27 October 2020
Resolution: Received photo showing correction
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances
Issued 23 September 2020 Resolved
Portable fire extinguishers must be located so that they are clearly visible and readily accessible from the space being protected. The installation and location must be to the satisfaction of the Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection. Fire extinguisher located in upper deck bar not properly secured for sea. 46 CFR 181.520
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 23 October 2020
Resolved 27 October 2020
Resolution: Received photo showing correction
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 23 September 2020 Resolved
Connections must be made to battery terminals with permanent type connectors. Spring clips or other temporary type clamps are prohibited. Wing type connectors are being used on both battery sets behind generators in engine room. 46CFR183.350(d)
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 23 October 2020
Resolved 27 October 2020
Resolution: Receive photo showing correction.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Structural condition)
Issued 23 September 2020 Resolved
Repairs or alterations to the hull, machinery, or equipment that affect the safety of the vessel must not be made without the approval of the cognizant OCMI, except during an emergency. Bilge line serving forepeak was found with unapproved repair. Location of the unapproved repair is in the engine room in front of the port engine near the bulkhead. 46 CFR 176.700(a)
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 23 October 2020
Resolved 29 October 2020
Resolution: Witnessed satisfactory installation of bilge pipe and operation.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Rigid liferafts
Issued 10 September 2019 Resolved
Life floats and buoyant apparatus, when stowed in tiers, the separate units must be kept apart by spacers. No spacers currently used for stowage. 46 CFR 180.137(f)
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 24 September 2019
Resolved 23 October 2019
Resolution: Received photo documentation of corrected deficiency.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Maintenance of Life Saving Appliances
Issued 10 September 2019 Resolved
Each vessel that operates on the high seas, or that operates beyond three miles from the coastline of the Great Lakes, must have on board a FCC Type Accepted Category 1, 406 MHz EPIRB, installed to automatically float free and activate. EPIRB battery is currently expired. Route reduced to L/B/S until corrected. 46 CFR 180.64
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 10 October 2019
Resolved 23 October 2019
Resolution: Received photo documentation of corrected deficiency.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Rigid liferafts
Issued 10 September 2019 Resolved
Each launching appliance and each survival craft and rescue boat on a vessel must be in good working order and ready for immediate use before the vessel leaves port and at all times when the vessel is underway. Each buoyant apparatus has cracking and evidence of prior ineffective repairs. Repair or renew with life floats. 46 CFR 185.700
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 10 October 2019
Resolved 23 October 2019
Resolution: Operator used [name withheld] repair kit to fill and seal surface cracks.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Inflatable liferafts
Issued 10 September 2019 Resolved
Each survival craft must be stowed so that when the vessel sinks the survival craft floats free and, if inflatable, inflates automatically. IBA painter lines were found not connected to weak link. 46 CFR 180.130(a)(2)
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Due 10 September 2019
Resolved 10 September 2019
Resolution: Corrected on the spot.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Automatic Identification System (AIS)
Issued 5 October 2018 Resolved
ZERO LENGTH OR BEAM: no dimension information (AIS Antenna Position ABCD values equals 0)
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 25 October 2019
Resolution: Operator verified correct vessel beam/length transmitting
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 091 - Living Conditions › Cleanliness
Issued 29 August 2018 Resolved
At each inspection for certification and at every other vessel inspection all observed unsafe practices, fire hazards, and other hazardous situations must be corrected and all required guards and protective devices must be in satisfactory condition. Excessive grease build-up on galley hood; major fire hazard. Clean prior to use.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 13 September 2018
Resolved 24 September 2018
Resolution: Galley Hood Cleaned.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 091 - Living Conditions › Cleanliness
Issued 29 August 2018 Resolved
At each inspection for certification and at every other vessel inspection all observed unsafe practices, fire hazards, and other hazardous situations must be corrected and all required guards and protective devices must be in satisfactory condition. Excessive lint build-up in void behind drier; major fire hazard. Clean prior to use. Properly Ventilate Drier.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 13 September 2018
Resolved 24 September 2018
Resolution: Void behind dryer cleaned.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Distress flares
Issued 29 August 2018 Resolved
A vessel on an oceans, coastwise, limited coastwise, or Great Lakes route must carry six hand red flare distress signals and six hand orange smoke distress signals. 12 of 12 distress flares expired. Replace expired distress signals.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 13 September 2018
Resolved 24 September 2018
Resolution: Distress Signals replaced.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Operational readiness of lifesaving appliances
Issued 29 August 2018 Resolved
Each battery used in an item of lifesaving equipment, except inflatable survival craft equipment, must be replaced during the annual inspection if the expiration date of the battery has passed. Required light for life float inoperable, replace expired battery.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 13 September 2018
Resolved 24 September 2018
Resolution: Expired Battery Replaced.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Guards - fencing around dangerous machinery parts
Issued 29 August 2018 Resolved
Suitable covers, guards, or rails shall be installed in way of all exposed and hazardous places such as gears, machinery, etc. Guard over starboard SSDG present but not covering moving pulleys and not bolted down. 46 CFR 177.35-15(a)
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 13 September 2018
Resolved 24 September 2018
Resolution: Guard bolted down.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 29 August 2018 Resolved
Electrical equipment on a vessel must be installed and maintained to minimize accidental personnel contact with energized parts. Exposed wiring for bilge system in center void presents hazard; secure wires within a watertight enclosure.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 13 September 2018
Resolved 24 September 2018
Resolution: Bilge Wiring Reconnected with heatshrink connectors.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 29 August 2018 Resolved
Electrical equipment on a vessel must be installed and maintained to minimize accidental personnel contact with energized parts. Exposed wiring for lazarette bilge pump presents hazard; secure wire within a watertight enclosure.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 13 September 2018
Resolved 24 September 2018
Resolution: Lazerette Bilge Wiring installed with heat shrink connector.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 29 August 2018 Resolved
Mechanically propelled “S” vessels which are ferry vessels or which carry more than 49 passengers and mechanically propelled “L” vessels shall comply with the provisions of Subchapter F of this chapter. Rigid non-metallic hose in center void needs to be replaced with ferrous material. 46 CFR 182.40-5 (b)
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 29 September 2018
Resolved 24 September 2018
Resolution: New piping brazed into place.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 29 August 2018 Resolved
Materials used in piping systems must meet the requirements of this subpart and be otherwise acceptable to the cognizant [name withheld] piping for lazarette is cracked under the port engine; repair damaged section of the pipe.
Condition: Damaged By Earlier Event
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 29 September 2018
Resolved 24 September 2018
Resolution: Piping replaced.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 29 August 2018 Resolved
Wiring joints and splices shall be mechanically secure and made in junction boxes. Taped wiring for aft engine room overhead light does not meet regulation. Properly install wires. 46 CFR 183.05-50(b)(1)
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 13 September 2018
Resolved 3 October 2018
Resolution: Overhead Light Properly Wired.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 29 August 2018 Resolved
Provide a minimum standard of regulations for electrical installations and equipment that will result in a vessel that is reasonably safe from fire caused by and/or originating in electrical equipment, and reasonably safe from electrical shock of personnel. Light switch at entrance to lazarette found to be heavily corroded; replace switch to due potential hazard. 46 CFR 183.01-5
Condition: Damaged By Earlier Event
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 13 September 2018
Resolved 24 September 2018
Resolution: Switches in Lazarette replaced.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 29 August 2018 Resolved
Provide a minimum standard of regulations for electrical installations and equipment that will result in a vessel that is reasonably safe from fire caused by and/or originating in electrical equipment, and reasonably safe from electrical shock of personnel. Missing electrical outlet cover in forward stateroom; replace cover. 46 CFR 183.01-5
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 13 September 2018
Resolved 24 September 2018
Resolution: Outlet cover replaced.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 29 August 2018 Resolved
That part of the exhaust system between the point of cooling water injection and the engine manifold shall be water-jacketed or effectively insulated. Placement of protective covers on both SSDGs were not providing effective insulation. 46 CFR 182.15-15
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 13 September 2018
Resolved 24 September 2018
Resolution: Insullation moved onto flange.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 29 August 2018 Resolved
All cable and wire must be installed with metal supports spaced not more than 24 inches apart, and in such a manner as to avoid chafing and other damage. Wiring for ice maker is improperly mounted; install in accordance with regulations.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 13 September 2018
Resolved 3 October 2018
Resolution: Wire installed to fit installation and hung properly.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Ventilation
Issued 29 August 2018 Resolved
All enclosed spaces within the vessel shall be properly vented or ventilated. Dryer is currently vented into a void causing excessive lint build-up. Ventilate dryer outside of the space. Dryer not to be used underway until corrected. 46 CFR 177.20-1
Condition: Design Flaw
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 29 September 2018
Resolved 24 September 2018
Resolution: Dryer vent installed.
Electrical › Electrical Distribution System (service) › Wiring
Issued 26 September 2017 Resolved
Grounding wire for common ground in vessel's cathodic protection system (lazarette) found parted and requires replacement/installation IAW 46 CFR 183.01-15(a) (Old T).
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 26 October 2017
Resolved 18 January 2018
Resolution: Repair to grounding wire has been corrected IAW 46 CFR 183.01-15(a) (Old T).
Lifesaving › Lifefloat › Serviceable
Issued 26 September 2017 Resolved
Puncture/tear found on lifefloat, which requires repair or replacement IAW 46 CFR 180.01-5 (Old T).
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 26 October 2017
Resolved 18 January 2018
Resolution: Repairs to life float have been made IAW 46 CFR 180.01-5 (Old T).
Fire Fighting › Fixed Halon Fire Extinguishing System › Operating Controls
Issued 26 September 2017 Resolved
Portable cocktail bar and several catering items were stored in front of local controls for fixed fire extinguishing system; operator removed all items IAW 46 CFR 181.20-15(a) (Old T).
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 26 September 2017
Resolved 26 September 2017
Resolution: Operator removed all items in vicinity of local controls IAW 46 CFR 181.20-15(a) (Old T).
Fire Fighting › Combustible Materials › Primary Deck Coverings
Issued 26 July 2017 Resolved
Installed Carpet (nylon) tested to ASTM E-648 and designated as Class 1 which is detailed as having a Critical Radiant Flux (CRF) of not less than .45 watts/cm2. Carpet does not meet applicable standard of CRF of not less than .8 watts/cm2. Replace carpet with 100% wool or equivalent as per 46CFR116.423(a)(4), to the satisfaction of the attending marine inspector. See narritive for complete def.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 31 August 2017
Resolved 7 September 2017
Fire Fighting › Combustible Materials › Primary Deck Coverings
Issued 6 July 2017 Resolved
Vessel may operate prior to the completion of the plan review for interior renovation provided that two, AII foam (2.5gal)or Dry Chem (10lb) portable fire extinguishers are maintained on board in the accommodation space and ensure there will be no open flame on board. This CG-835 supersedes the CG-835 issued on 6/29/2017. As per 46CFR116.423, due 08/06/2017
Due 6 August 2017
Resolved 26 July 2017
Resolution: New CG- 835 Issued.
Lifesaving › Buoyant Apparatus › Serviceable
Issued 19 September 2016 Resolved
Repair to life floats/buoyant apparatus. 46CFR180.204
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 19 October 2016
Resolved 25 October 2016
Resolution: Recieved picture documnetation. All Sat.
Electrical › Electrical Distribution System (service) › Wiring
Issued 19 September 2016 Resolved
Remove and replace non-UL or non-boat cable. Cable suppling power to vent fan under bridge operating console appeared to be extension cord. 46 CFR 183.340(b)
Condition: Placed in Improper Service
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 19 October 2016
Resolved 25 October 2016
Resolution: Recieved picture documnetation. All Sat
Electrical › Electric Generation Source (service) › Overcurrent Device
Issued 19 September 2016 Resolved
Fuses in house circuit batteries located in the engine room must be of the cartridge type. 46 CFR 183.380(k)(1)
Condition: Placed in Improper Service
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 19 September 2017
Resolved 25 October 2016
Resolution: Cleared. Not applicable to the vessel.
Accommodation/Occupational Safety › Occupational Safety › Tripping/Falling Hazard
Issued 19 September 2016 Resolved
Remove and replace rotten potion of sub-flooring located near the centerline in the reefer room prior to next dry dock.
Condition: Damaged By Earlier Event
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 31 March 2017
Resolved 13 March 2017
Resolution: Visually Inspected floor repair. All sat.

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.